Experience required for non-certified Surgical Technician?

Question

This may be a stupid question, but does a non-certified Surgical Technician have to have experience?

The requirements on the job listing are simply this: Associate's degree (A. A.) from an accredited School preferred. Must hold a current certificate in BCLS. So other than the BCLS certification there are no other definite requirements. I have a Bachelor's degree (in psychology) and the BCLS certification, so do I have a shot at this?

My mom, a nurse, said that sometimes surgeons like to train their own assistants.

Answer 1

Unless they are assuming that the certification process included clinical experience, it doesn't seem they require actual experience.  I agree that many surgeons like to train their own.  There might be a lower salary during a "training period," so be clear about what that might be when you interview.  

Answer 2

You meet the minimum (your degree is higher than the AA), and if you will get on the job training, I see no reason why you should worry.

Hope you get the job!