Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - L&D

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with match

Paid time off

Career development

HSAs/FSAs

EAP

Pet insurance

Job summary

North Central Baptist Hospitals is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech for full-time night shifts. The role provides direct and indirect technical care to surgical and obstetric patients, ensuring a sterile environment and supporting the perioperative team.

Candidates must complete an approved surgical technology program and have BLS; NBSTSA CST or NCCT TS-C certification is preferred. This facility is part of Baptist Health System and offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for

Qualifications

• Minimum education: DOE or CHEA-accredited surgical technology program.
• Preferred experience: 1 year as a Surgical or OB Technologist in acute or ambulatory setting.
• Required certifications: NBSTSA CST or NCCT TS-Certified.

Responsibilities

• Escort or transport patients as needed.
• Set up operating room with supplies/equipment for scheduled case.
• Maintain sterile environment across assignments.
• Scrub and circulate during procedures as directed.
• Assist in OR cleanup and inventory/restocking.
• Perform venous/capillary phlebotomy and ensure specimen integrity.
• Assist perioperative team throughout the patient care continuum.
• Support department operations and perform clerical tasks as needed.

Education

DOE/CHEA accredited surgical technology program

NBSTSA CST certification

NCCT TS-C certification

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with North Central Baptist Hospitals hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At North Central Baptist Hospitals, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

FULL-TIME NIGHTS

Certified Surgical Tech Provides direct and indirect technical care to surgical/obstetric patients along the continuum of the age spectrum facilitating the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Follows established practices and standards. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Escorts or transports patients which may require applying appropriate transfer techniques
Sets up the operating room with supplies and equipment according to the requirements of thescheduled case and maintains physician’s preference card
Promotes and maintains a sterile environment in all job assignments
Performs scrubbing circulating duties as directed
Performs assigned operating room cleanup tasks including disposal, cleaning, inventory and restocking of supplies and equipment
Performs venous and capillary phlebotomy and ensures specimen integrity
Assists in the performance of more complicated treatments, diagnostic procedures and physical examinations as per instructions from registered nurse with documented competency
Assists other members of the perioperative team in providing care throughout the continuum of the perioperative experience
Performs various clerical functions in support of department operations
Participates in department meetings, in-services
Serves as a role model for service excellence and commits to Studer Principles and “must haves”
Supports effective patient hand-offs
Utilizes resources efficiently and effectively
Maintains safe environment
Addresses patient population-specific needs
Participates in Performance Improvement activities

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: Graduate of Department of Education (DOE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) accredited surgical technology program
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year as a Surgical or OB Technologist in acute care or ambulatory setting
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: BHS accepts certification from: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), certified as a CST (Certified Surgical Technologist); or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), certified as a TS-C (Technician in Surgery – Certified).

REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.
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Organization Description

Baptist Health System has more than 120 years history of caring for our community and making a positive difference. Our system of care includes six full-service hospitals, a specialized childrens hospital with a dedicated pediatric emergency unit, a comprehensive cancer care network, fitness and rehabilitation centers, a physician network, imaging centers, ambulatory services and the Baptist School of Health Professions. Wherever you go in the Baptist Health System, youll find that we have the same goal to help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Join our team!

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