Training as a Surgical Technical Assistant

Practical training takes place directly in the operating theatre and is supplemented by theoretical instruction and placements in medical device processing, the emergency department, anesthesia, endoscopy, the cardiac catheterization lab and nursing.

Instrumenting and assisting during surgical procedures as part of the interdisciplinary operating theatre team and supporting surgeons; ensuring smooth operating theatre procedures while following strict hygiene standards; preparing operating theatre documentation independently; working closely with surgical, anesthesia, operating theatre assistance and nursing staff.

Abitur, advanced technical college entrance qualification, intermediate secondary school certificate or equivalent completed schooling; alternatively, a completed vocational qualification of at least two years or a state-regulated nursing assistant or care assistant qualification. Reliability, professional conduct, medical fitness, willingness to learn, commitment, attention to hygiene and order, communication skills, accuracy and openness to continuous development.

Attractive training pay under the BAT-KF agreement with an annual special payment and church pension: €1,415.69 gross per month in the first year, €1,477.07 in the second and €1,578.38 in the third; structured onboarding; secure position; appreciative working environment; extensive training and development; support for work-life balance; health promotion; 30% discount on the Deutschland-Ticket during practical assignments within KWD; shopping discounts; appreciative atmosphere and green campus; strong prospects of permanent employment; support for further training and career development.