Certified Surgical Technologist, Evenings

Memorial Hermann Health System; Cypress (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist for the evening shift (2:30pm-11pm), Monday to Friday. The role requires CST and BLS certification, and 3-5+ years of orthopaedic experience is preferred.

The position involves perioperative patient care and scrub assistance under RN supervision, ensuring aseptic technique and efficient case flow. Ideal candidates will be graduates of an accredited Surgical Technologist program, with current NBSTSA or NCCT certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program is required.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) is required.
• NBSTSA or NCCT certification must be current.

Responsibilities

• Provide proficient perioperative patient care as scrub assistant for operative and invasive procedures.
• Ensure supplies/instruments/equipment are available and functioning prior to procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and contribute to safe patient care in the OR.
• Support readiness and case flow to optimize unit operations.
• Serve as a preceptor and resource to less experienced staff.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Ortho experience

First scrub duties

Education

Graduate of Surgical Technologist Program

Tools

NBSTSA/NCCT certification

Job description

Job Summary

Certified Surgical Technologist, Evenings

• Full time; 2:30pm-11pm, Monday-Friday
• NO Call required
• CST and BLS required (American Heart Association)
• 3-5+ years of Ortho experience preferred

Job Description

Position responsible for providing proficient perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. Position functions as a scrub assistant to the physician performing operative and/or invasive procedures. Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and as outlined in the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory; uses knowledge/expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff. Position must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program

License/Certification: Certified in Basic Life Support and current Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills: New Grad <1 year Surg Tech I =1 year Surg Tech II = 2-4 years Surg Tech III = 5+ years

Principal Accountabilities

• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts; demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.
• Provides support for readiness and flow of cases to facilitate overall functioning of the unit, performing assigned duties as needed.
• Verifies functioning and adequate availability of supplies/instruments/equipment prior to the surgical procedure as indicated by the surgeon’s preference card and other available resources; demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.
• Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
• Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
• Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

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