Certified Surgical Tech

White Rock Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 72,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary and benefits

Paid Time Off, holidays

Employer paid life insurance

Voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD

Job summary

White Rock Medical Center is seeking a compassionate Surgical Technologist to support the operating room team. The role requires scrub tech experience in the OR, proficiency with sterilization, and a focus on patient safety throughout procedures.

The candidate should have certification as a Surgical Technologist and BLS. Bariatric experience is a plus, with opportunities to grow in a community hospital serving Dallas and surrounding areas.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience as Scrub Tech in the OR.
• Ability to operate sterilizers and all OR equipment.
• Bariatric experience a plus.

Responsibilities

• Provide a safe, efficient environment for the surgical patient.
• Apply and enforce aseptic technique principles.
• Pull cases as needed and break down cases after procedures.
• Scrub and pass instruments and equipment during procedures.
• Check equipment and report unsafe conditions before placing on sterile field.
• Verify sterilization and packaging integrity.
• Prepare and maintain instrumentation, equipment, supplies, and sponges.
• Initiate counts of sponges, instruments, and sharps.
• Restock supplies and equipment for the department.
• Adhere to hospital/department policies and duties.
• Assist with patient care in the OR as needed.
• Assist with preparation and disposition of specimens.

Skills

Surgical tech experience

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Job description

White Rock Medical Center is a community-based hospital located near the historic White Rock Lake community, that serves the Dallas, Garland, Mesquite and surrounding areas. We specialize in a wide range of services including comprehensive medical/surgical care, bariatric, cardiology, outpatient and emergency medicine.

Our mission is to deliver exceptional healthcare with compassion and excellence.

White Rock Medical Center is seeking compassionate, care-minded individuals to join our company and make a difference. As a member of the White Rock Medical Center team, you can advance your skills while working in a supportive and patient focused environment.

Why join White Rock Medical Center?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Employee programs and events.
• Paid Time Off, 5 Company Holidays and 2 Floating Holidays.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Additional voluntary benefits such as STD, LTD, etc.

Job Summary

Surgical Technologists work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive and noninvasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Surgical technologists possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician's performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provides a safe, efficient environment for the surgical patient
• Applies and enforces principles of aseptic technique
• Pulling cases as need and breaking down cases at the end of the procedures.
• Scrubbing and passing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures.
• Checks all equipment and reports or corrects unsafe conditions prior to placing on the sterile field
• Verifies exposure to sterilization process and integrity of sterile packaging
• Selects, prepares, and maintains instrumentation, equipment, and supplies, and sponges
• Initiates sponge, instrument, and sharp counts at the appropriate time
• Replenishes necessary supplies and equipment for department
• Strictly adheres to hospital and department policies, procedures, and duties
• Aids nurse with duties related to the care of the patient while in the operating room
• Assists with proper preparation and disposition of specimen
• Assists with adequate preparation of the operating room

Behavioral Standards

Treats everyone as their customer; utilizes scripting and other tools to ensure consistency in customer service; Expresses recognition and shows appreciation to others; fully utilizes AIDET principles; responds quickly to handle requests, complaints, and questions; displays a positive attitude.

Communication/Knowledge

Wears nametag properly; follows dress code policy; answers phone correctly and promptly; is prepared for meetings; meets deadlines; does not participate in gossip; acts ethically and treats others with respect; respects customer's and co-worker's time; establishes and maintains effective relationships with customers and co-workers.

Requirements

Experience

• Preferred minimum 2 years' experience as Scrub Tech in the OR.
• Ability to operate sterilizers and all equipment used in the operating room
• Bariatric experience a plus.

Licensure/Certifications

• Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, the National Center for Competency Testing, or an appropriate program for surgical technology through the United States Military.
• BLS from AHA