Certified Surgical Technologist Sterile Processing Full Time Evenings BMC

Tenet Healthcare; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to support surgical and obstetric procedures. The role involves technical care provision and adherence to safety standards within the Baptist Health System. Ideal candidates will have the necessary certifications and a passion for patient care.

Benefits

Sign-on bonus potential

Healthcare provider Basic Life Support training

Qualifications

• High-school diploma and graduate from an accredited surgical technology program.
• Preferred experience: 1 year as Surgical or OB Technologist.
• Required certifications: CST or TS-C.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct and indirect technical care to surgical/obstetric patients.
• Facilitate safe and effective conduct of surgical procedures.
• Complete designated competencies during introductory period.

Skills

Technical care

Invasive surgical procedures

Education

High-school graduate

Graduate of accredited surgical technology program

Job description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Position Summary

The Certified Surgical Tech provides direct and indirect technical care to surgical/obstetric patients along the continuum of the age spectrum facilitating the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures. Follows established practices and standards. Supports the mission statement, policies and procedures of the Baptist Health System. Completes established competencies for the position within designated introductory period. Other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications

MINIMUM EDUCATION: High-school graduate and Graduate of a Department of Education (DOE) or Council on Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) accredited surgical technology program.
PREFERRED EDUCATION:
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: None
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE: 1 year as a Surgical or OB Technologist in acute care or ambulatory setting
REQUIRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE: BHS accepts certifications from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA); CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) or from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); TS-C (Technician in Surgery–Certified).
PREFERRED CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURE:
REQUIRED COURSES/COMPLETIONS (e.g., CPR): Must have active healthcare provider Basic Life Support on hire (ARC or AHA); however, must have AHA Healthcare Provider BLS within 60 days of hire.

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