Certified Surgical Tech Pediatric General Surgery

Ascension; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Retirement plan (403b)

Employee assistance program

Parental leave

Pet insurance

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Pediatric Central Sterile Technician (CST) for night shift at Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin, TX. The role focuses on safe preparation and maintenance of pediatric operating suites, ensuring aseptic technique and precise instrument handling throughout complex surgeries.

Minimum credentials include BLS within 30 days and NBSTSA or NCCT Surgical Tech certification. Foster teamwork, adhere to hospital protocols, and support patient care during extended hours.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date (American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted).
• Surgical Tech credentialed from NBSTSA or NCCT obtained within specified timelines.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of cumulative experience or equivalent education.

Responsibilities

• Ensure safe, smooth progression of pediatric operations through proactive coordination and team communication.
• Prepare pediatric operating suites adhering to aseptic techniques and arrange specialized instruments and equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass instruments, sutures, and supplies with high precision during critical stages.
• Assist in patient transport, positioning, draping, and maintain sterile field with accurate counts of instruments, sponges and sharps.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterile field management

Attention to detail

Team coordination

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Technical degree in related field

4 years cumulative job-specific experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: General Surgery

Schedule: Night | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Ensure the safe, smooth, and efficient progression of complex pediatric operations through proactive coordination, anticipation of surgical steps, and seamless team communication.
• Prepare pediatric operating suites adhering strictly to aseptic techniques, staging specialized sterile drapes, solutions, pediatric instrumentation, and necessary equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass requested instruments, sutures, and supplies with high precision to maintain workflow during critical surgical stages.
• Assist in the safe transport, positioning, and draping of pediatric patients while continuously managing an organized sterile field and conducting rigorous, accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preference

• Monday - Friday 6:30pm - 7:00am
• 2+ years Pediatric CST experience!

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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