Certified Surgical Technologist / CST - Full Time, Days

Texas Health Resources; Denton (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist to join their dedicated team in a supportive environment. This role involves providing essential peri-operative care, assisting in surgical procedures, and ensuring patient safety through adherence to infection prevention protocols. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative atmosphere, focusing on continuous improvement and quality service. With a commitment to employee growth and a culture that values inclusivity, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact patient care positively in a leading hospital known for its excellence in various medical specialties.

Benefits

401(k)

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Medical and Dental Insurance

Paid Parental Leave

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Graduate of accredited surgical technology program or military training.

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing peri-operative care for patients.
• Follow procedures for care of instruments and supplies post-operatively.

Skills

Surgical Technology

Patient Care

Infection Prevention

Basic Cardiac Life Support

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Vocational Nurse Program

Job description

**Certified Surgical Technologist / CST**

**CST – Main OR**

_Bring your passion to THR so we are Better + Together!!_

Work location: Texas Health Denton: 3000 North I-35 Denton, Texas 76201

Work hours: Full Time (36 hours); Day Shift with call

Department Highlights:

* Team based environment

* Workplace culture 2nd to none

* Great benefits / 401k / PTO

* We operate on lean principles and rely heavily on a team atmosphere and individual performance.

* Highly engaged management.

Here’s What You Need

Qualifications

Education

* High School Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 required OR

* Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, Vocational Nurse Program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology

Experience

* 1 year current operating room experience preferred

Licenses and Certifications

* CST – Certified Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited surgical tech program upon hire OR

* CST – Certified Surgical Technologist and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 upon hire OR

* CST – Certified Surgical Technologist graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology upon hire OR

* LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse upon hire AND

* BCSL – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly

What You Will Do

* Intra-operatively displays skills and behavior conducive to desirable outcome.

* Nursing Process: Assists in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes Infants, Pediatrics, Adults and Geriatrics.

* Preoperatively assists RN circulator in formulating plan of care.

* Professional accountability: Assists as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively and assumes responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.

* Post-operatively follows proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies and equipment. Under supervision, assists RN circulator with post-operative duties.

* Infection Prevention: Assists in the delivery of nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination.

* Safety: Assists in delivering care in a manner which protects the patient from injury.

* Continuous Improvement: Care is provided with an emphasis on continually improving quality, service, and cost effectiveness.

* Age Specific Care: Demonstrates competence in assisting with the performance of age-appropriate patient care that is specific to the unique physiological and anatomic aspects of the life from the very young to the older adult.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health employee:

* Benefits include 401(k), PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment Program as well as several other benefits.

* At Texas Health, our people make this a great place to work every day. Our inclusive, supportive, people-first, excellence-driven culture make Texas Health a great place to work.

* A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights:

Texas Health Denton is a 255-bed, full-service hospital providing convenient care to people across North Texas and Southern Oklahoma since 1987. With more than 1,100 employees and 450 physicians on our medical staff we’re one of Denton County’s largest employers.

We specialize in Cancer Care, Neck & Back Program, Critical Care, Neonatology, CT Cardiac Imaging, Neurology, Electrophysiology, Orthopedics & Sports Medicine, Emergency Care, Robotic Surgery, Endovascular Surgery, Stroke Care, General Surgery, Weight Loss Surgery, Heart & Vascular Services, Women & Infants Care, Interventional Radiology and Wound Care & Hyperbaric Treatment.

Texas Health Denton is a Joint Commission-accredited Primary (Level II) Stroke Center and Chest Pain Center, a Metabolic & Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence and a Magnet designated hospital.

Our four-story specialty center for women and infants features 12 labor and delivery beds, 2 C-section suites along with 6 antepartum and 24 postpartum beds. Texas Health Denton is the city’s only provider of obstetrical and neonatal intensive care services and is the largest provider of obstetrical services in Denton County. The ground floor houses a breast imaging center, outpatient physical therapy, cardiac rehabilitation and an internal medicine residency program.

Learn (https://jobs.texashealth.org/why-texas-health/) more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

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