Certified Surgical Technologist

Medical City Arlington; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Medical City Arlington seeks a dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist to ensure safe and efficient patient care in the operating room. This full-time role involves collaboration with medical teams, maintaining a clean environment, and providing essential surgical support while adhering to safety protocols. Join a community of professionals committed to delivering compassionate healthcare.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Flexible spending accounts

Tuition assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support certification required within 30 days of employment.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery - Certified (TS-C) certification required.

Responsibilities

• Ensuring patient safety and maintaining a therapeutic environment.
• Preparing the operating room and assisting surgical teams.
• Demonstrating sterile techniques and understanding surgical principles.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Attention to Detail

Education

Associate Degree or Certificate

Job description

Description

Certified Surgical Technologist

Medical City Arlington

Shift: Full-Time, Days (>10 hr. shifts) with rotating weekends

Introduction

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Certified Surgical Technologist? At Medical City Arlington, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

Medical City Arlington, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Certified Surgical Technologist, under the supervision of the manager and registered nurse, the certified surgical technologist provides safe and efficient care to the patient in the operating room. Included in this assignment is a strong working knowledge of the perioperative setting and effective communication skills in a manner consistent with the mission and goals of the organization.

What You Will Do In This Role

• Ensures patient/personal safety by maintaining a safe and therapeutic environment and adhering to Safety Program and Infection Control Programs.
• Supports hospital and departmental Performance Improvement Goals.
• Assures quality care through compliance with departmental policies, hospital, and external regulatory agency guidelines.
• Performs all duties of the surgical technician.
• Maintains a safe and clean patient care environment.
• Assists in orientation of personnel.
• Maintains professional competence through attendance at mandatory and other job-related educational opportunities.
• Demonstrates sterile techniques.
• Knowledgeable of surgical principles, techniques, and procedures for the care of patients.
• Knowledge of Operating Room procedures and patient preparation for surgery.
• Knowledge of reference standards and regulatory requirements for Operating Room Safety.
• Knowledge of surgical equipment.
• Patient care involving: Preparing the operating room and equipment. Preparing the operating room and sterile field for procedures. Anticipating the needs of the surgical team. Pass supplies, equipment or instruments. Sponge or suction operative site. Prepare and cut suture. Transfer and irrigate with fluids. Transfer but not administer medications on the sterile field. Handle specimens according to policy. Hold retractors. Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.

What qualifications you will need:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date
• Associate Degree, or Certificate
• (TS-C) Tech in Surgery - Certified, or (CST) Certified Surgical Technologist

Medical City Arlington is a 435+ bed full-service hospital located in south Arlington. Our services include heart & vascular, brain & spine, emergency and trauma care. We have cancer care, orthopedics, surgical and women's services for our patients. Our women’s complex has combined clinical excellence with thoughtful amenities including luxury maternity suites and personalized delivery methods. Our culture is what sets us apart. We have formed a team that works together with purpose. We focus on delivering high-quality care in an environment filled with safety and compassion. Our team consists of over 1,400 full-time and part-time nurses, therapists, technicians and other healthcare colleagues. Medical City Arlington is proud to be a leader in Dallas/Fort Worth healthcare. We have nearly 700 skilled physicians that represent a wide variety of medical specialties. We are the official hospital of the Texas Rangers. We form a team that focuses on high-quality care in an environment filled with compassion and service. As a part of the Medical City network of hospitals and specialists, patients are ensured access to leading medical experts and advanced healthcare innovations across the network.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

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"Good people beget good people."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Certified Surgical Technologist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.