Certified Surgical Tech II (CST) — Expert OR Instrumentation

Dallas Center United Methodist; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Surgical Technician II Certified to support the operating room team in a high-paced setting. You will anticipate surgeon needs, pass instruments, and assist with room turnover and sterilization, ensuring supplies and equipment are ready for each case.

Candidates must be CST-certified, have a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate advanced competencies in at least three surgical specialties, with BLS certification preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Graduate of certified Surgical Technologist program or AD in Surgical Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Advanced competencies in at least three surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Anticipate needs of the surgical team and obtain instrumentation and supplies for the procedure.
• Pass instruments to surgeon and assistant during the procedure.
• Assist with terminal cleaning of the room and preparation for the following case.
• Begin cleaning up back table and preparing instruments for terminal cleaning and sterilization as circulator prepares patient to leave the room.
• Place instruments back in the tray for transport to SPD.
• Know and adhere to policy and procedures such as count policy, universal protocol, and labeling of medications.
• Work with students and inexperienced staff on correct method for passing and retrieving instruments during surgical procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Graduate of Surgical Technologist program or AD in Surgical Technology

Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

Job description

Methodist Dallas Medical Center in Dallas, TX seeks a Surgical Technician II Certified to support the operating room team in a high-paced setting. You will anticipate surgeon needs, pass instruments, and assist with room turnover and sterilization, ensuring supplies and equipment are ready for each case.

Candidates must be CST-certified, have a high school diploma or GED, and demonstrate advanced competencies in at least three surgical specialties, with BLS certification preferred.