Certified Surgical Tech.

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC); El Paso (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

University Medical Center of El Paso (UMC) is seeking a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team under direct RN supervision. You will perform scrub activities and assist with patient care across age groups in the OR.

The role requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program, current certification, CPR, and effective communication. Bilingual English/Spanish preferred and hospital experience is welcomed.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technician.
• Current CPR Training Program.

Responsibilities

• Performs scrub activities and assists with patient care in the operating room setting.
• Assists with instrument and count management and follows safety precautions.

Skills

Oral communication

Surgical tech skills

Instrument monitoring

English literacy

Bilingual English/Spanish

Education

High school degree

Accredited Surgical Technician program

Job description

Job Description

Under direct training of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.

Summary

Job Description

Under direct training of a Registered Nurse (RN), performs scrub activities and assists with a variety of patient care activities for patients of varying ages in the operating room setting.

Required Skills

• Possesses effective oral communication skills.
• Technically competent in tasks within the scope of practice of a Surgical Technician.
• Skill and ability to concentrate and monitor instrument, sharps, and sponge counts.
• Ability to read and comprehend English at a level necessary to follow written and oral instructions and safety precautions.
• Bilingual English/Spanish preferred.

Required Experience

• Work Experience

One Year Experience As a Surgical Technician Preferred.

• License/Registration/Certification
• Current certification as a Surgical Technician required.
• Current CPR Training Program.
• Education and Training

High school degree or equivalent.

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program of study required.