Certified Surgical Technologist, CST (Full-time, Days) - Surgery

Texas Health Resources; Frisco (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Texas Health Frisco is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) to join the Surgery team. This full-time, day-shift position supports peri-operative care across infants to adults in a busy, multi-disciplinary environment with eight operating rooms, including robotic capabilities.

You will prepare, assist, and ensure sterile technique throughout perioperative care. The ideal candidate holds CST certification, has completed an accredited surgical technology program, and brings

Qualifications

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology before Sept 1, 2009 OR
• Graduate of an accredited surgical tech program or military training in surgical technology; preferred
• At least 1 year CST experience strongly preferred
• CST certification with program completion required on hire
• CST certification and prior practice in a health care facility before Sept 1, 2009 on hire required or preferred
• LVN credential may be considered on hire and BCLS required on hire

Responsibilities

• Assist in providing peri-operative care for patients across age groups
• Preoperatively assist RN circulator in plan of care
• Coordinate patient care peri-operatively under supervision
• Post-operatively assist with instrument, supplies, and equipment care
• Help deliver nursing care with focus on infection control and patient safety
• Contribute to continually improving quality, service and cost effectiveness
• Demonstrate competence in age-appropriate patient care from pediatric to geriatric

Skills

CST certification

Surgical technology program

BCLS

1 year CST experience

Education

HS Diploma or equivalent

Accredited surgical tech program

Military training program (surgical tech)

LVN

Tools

Robotic Operating Rooms

Job description

26007906

Certified Surgical Technologist, CST (Full Time-Day)- Surgery

Our close-knit Surgery unit is looking for an experienced CST to join our team!

Is that you?

Work location: Texas Health Frisco, 12400 N Dallas Parkway TX 75033

Work hours: Full Time – 36 hours; Day Shift; Three -12 hour shifts variable; Rotating On-Call required (2-3 Day/Month)

Surgery Department Highlights

• Working with a Multi-Disciplinary Team
• 8 Operating Rooms Including 3 Robotic Operating Rooms
• Work Neuro, ortho, robotic, eye, plastics, GYN, general, podiatry & urology Cases
• Work with ill patients and provide lifesaving care
• The opportunity to work with a diverse patient population

Here’s What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009. Required Or
• Other Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, vocational nurse program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology. Preferred
• At least 1 year of CST experience strongly preferred
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited surgical tech program Upon Hire Req Or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 Upon Hire Req Or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology Upon Hire Req Or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire Req And
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Upon Hire Required

What You Will Do

• Assist in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes Infants, Pediatrics, Adults, and Geriatrics
• Preoperatively assist R.N. circulator in formulating plan of care
• Assist as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively and assume responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice
• Post-operatively follow proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies and equipment. Under supervision, assist RN circulator with post-operative duties
• Assists in the delivering of nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination.
• Assists in delivering care in a manner which protects the patient from injury.
• Care is provided with an emphasis on continually improving quality, service and cost effectiveness.
• Demonstrates competence in assisting with the performance of age appropriate patient care that is specific to the unique physiological and anatomic aspects of life from the very young to the older adult.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Certified Surgical Tech

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, Student Loan Repayment assistance, well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health Frisco is a 93-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital, and medical office community offering primary care and multispecialty medicine. Our location in the North DFW area provides convenient care to the residents of Frisco and surrounding areas. We specialize in women's services, outpatient surgery, NICU and emergency medicine. Plus, we've earned Magnet® status, Joint Commission certifications and we're a Baby Friendly designated facility. You belong here.

If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together!

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