Certified Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery

St. David's HealthCare; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking a dedicated Certified Surgical Technologist for Labor and Delivery. This role involves working closely with surgeons and the surgical team to provide exceptional patient care during critical procedures. You'll be responsible for preparing the operating room, assisting with surgeries, and ensuring the highest standards of patient safety and care. Join a compassionate team that values integrity and teamwork, and make a meaningful impact on the lives of patients and their families. If you are passionate about surgical technology and patient care, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Free counseling services

Flexible spending accounts

Colleague recognition program

Qualifications

• Previous experience preferred in surgical technology.
• Certification as a Surgical Technologist required if graduated after 2009.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical and non-surgical procedures.
• Prepare patients and maintain sterile environments.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Care

Sterile Field Management

Team Collaboration

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Accredited Surgical Technology Program

Tools

Surgical Instruments

Medical Equipment

Job description

Description

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a(an) Certified Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery today with St. Davids North Austin Medical Center.

Benefits

St. Davids North Austin Medical Center 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.

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Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Come join our team as a(an) Certified Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery. We care for our community! Just last year, HCA Healthcare and our colleagues donated 13.8 million dollars to charitable organizations. Apply Today!

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Surgical Technologist in Labor and Delivery, you will work as a member of the surgical team in the operating room and on the unit, assisting surgeons during surgical and non-surgical procedures. You will initiate case preparation, anticipate needs of the surgeon, patient and other members of the scrub team.

• You will provide surgery technical assistance for surgical procedures pertaining to OB-GYN.
• You will provide patient care including skin preparation for procedures, positioning of patients, and inter-operative care.
• You will be responsible for retracting tissue, clamping bleeders for hemostasis, clamping tissue for retraction, and cutting and removing sutures.
• You will apply fundal pressure during cesarean sections to facilitate deliveries.
• You will apply sutures and dressings post surgical procedure.
• You will obtain, care, and handle specimens.
• You will set up and break down the sterile field, transport patients, maintain special procedure carts, and maintain machines and equipment.
• You will maintain log books and supplies for the unit.

What qualifications you will need:

Experience

• Previous experience – preferred.

Education

• High school graduate or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited educational program for Surgical Technology OR completed appropriate training program for Surgical Technology in the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard of the U.S or in the US Public Health Service.
• If not meeting the aforementioned requirements: was employed to practice Surgical Technology in a health care facility before 9/1/09.

Licenses and Certifications

• Surgical Technologists that graduate after September 1, 2009 must hold and maintain a current certification as a Surgical Technologist within 180 days from the date of graduation. The certification must be from: The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or its successor; ORThe National Center for Competency Testing or its successor; ORAnother surgical technologist certification program approved by the department.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification as per St. David’s Healthcare policy.

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Certified Surgical Technologist Labor and Delivery opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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.