Certified Surgical Technologist / CST - Labor and Delivery - PRN, Nights

Texas Health Resources, Inc.; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discount Programs

Other benefits

Job summary

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist (PRN) to join the operating room team. The role supports peri-operative care across infants to older adults, under RN supervision, with emphasis on safety, infection prevention, and efficient instrument handling.

Candidates should have a high school diploma, CST certification (NBSTSA or NCCT) or military surgical tech training, plus preferred OR and Labor/Delivery experience.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent and prior practice in surgical technology if applicable.
• Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program or equivalent military training.
• 1 year operating room experience preferred; Labor and Delivery experience preferred.
• CST certification (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) required or equivalent.
• LVN upon hire may apply; Basic Life Support required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in peri-operative care and intra-operative procedures.
• Support RN circulator in preoperative planning and postoperative duties.
• Maintain infection prevention and safety standards.
• Handle instruments and supplies, ensuring sterile technique.

Skills

Teamwork

Laboratory and Delivery experience

1 year OR experience

Military surgical tech training

BCLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Accredited surgery technology program graduate

Tools

CST – NBSTSA

CST – TS-C (NCCT)

Job description

Certified Surgical Technologist - PRN

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Work location: Texas Health Arlington Memorial 800 W Randol Mill Rd Arlington, Texas 76012

Work hours: PRN; Night Shift 6:45pm – 7:15am

Department Highlights

• Team based environment
• Workplace culture 2nd to none
• Great benefits / 401k

Here’s What You Need

• 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
• 1 year current operating room experience preferred
• Previous Labor and Delivery experience strongly preferred
• CST – Certified Surgical Technologist -CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and graduate of an accredited surgical tech program OR
• CST – Certified Surgical Technologist - CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 OR
• CST – Certified Surgical Technologist - CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) and graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology OR
• LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse upon hire AND
• BCLS – 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 401k, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Discount Programs, as well as other benefits.
• Delivery of high-quality patient care
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights

Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital has a rich history in North Texas serving the local communities of Arlington, Kennedale, Pantego, Mansfield and Grand Prairie. We’re a 369-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital serving our community since 1958. Our location in central Arlington provides convenient care to people in the DFW Metroplex and surrounding areas.

We specialize in comprehensive medical/surgical care, cancer care, women’s services, behavioral health, neurosciences and emergency medicine. Plus, we’re a Level III neonatal intensive care unit, Level III Maternal Newborn care unit and a Level III Trauma Center. We’re accredited by the American College of Surgeons as a Comprehensive Community Cancer Center and by the National Accreditation Program for Breast Centers.

Texas Health Arlington Memorial is a Joint Commission-certified Primary Stroke Center, a Chest Pain Center and a Heart Failure Center. We’ve been recognized by the American Heart Association with a Gold Plus award for the exceptional care we provide to our stroke, heart failure and chest pain patients. We’re also a designated Magnet hospital! Our community members recently recognized us as the best emergency department in Arlington. Plus, we’re recognized by Blue Cross/Blue Shield as a Blue Distinction Center for care of our patients receiving Hip and Knee Replacement and Spine Surgery procedures. We’re a top choice in North Texas for cancer and emergency services, women’s health and much more.

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