CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist, Days

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Memorial City is seeking a CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist for a full-time position with hours 6:30am-3pm, Monday through Friday. The role requires CST and BLS certification, with a preference for 1+ year CV (open heart) or vascular experience and the ability to participate in call responsibilities.

The technologist will assist in the operating room as a scrub, supporting physicians and RN staff, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring instruments and supplies are ready

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Certified in Basic Life Support; CST credential by NBSTSA or NCCT.
• 1+ year CV (open heart) or vascular experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides expert perioperative patient care as a scrub for operative and invasive procedures.
• Serves under the direction of a Registered Nurse and follows the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory.
• Ensures supplies and equipment are ready and aseptically prepared for procedures.
• Acts as a resource and preceptor to less experienced staff; supports department goals.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

CVOR experience

CST credential

BLS certified

Open heart/vascular

Education

Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

CVOR Certified Surgical Technologist

• Full time; 6:30am-3pm, Monday - Friday
• Call required
• CST and BLS (American Heart Assoc) required
• 1+yr of CV (open heart) or Vascular experience preferred

This position is located at Memorial Hermann Memorial City.

Position is responsible for providing expert 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.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program

Licenses/Certifications

Certified in Basic Life Support 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
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “Advancing health. Personalizing care” through compassion, courage, credibility, and commitment to community.

Principal Accountabilities

• Supports goals of unit and facilitates unit operations by serving as a resource specialist for an assigned operating room area/specialty service.
• Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique, advanced surgical techniques and practice of patient care techniques for all clients undergoing elective and emergency situations; performs duties in an expert manner according to the age/needs of the patient/population served.
• 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 adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time management, supply management, and accuracy of practice.
• Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff; provides orientation and in-service training to department personnel.
• Other duties as assigned.