CVOR CST Certified Surgical Technologist - CV

Ascension Healthcare; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in healthcare is seeking dedicated surgical staff to join their team in Waco, Texas. This role involves facilitating safe surgical procedures, preparing the operating environment, and ensuring that all instruments are sterile and ready for use. You will be part of a compassionate team committed to providing exceptional care to patients. With a history of excellence since 1905, this organization offers a supportive environment where your contributions can make a real difference in the lives of others. If you are passionate about healthcare and looking to grow your career, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Disability benefits

Employee assistance programs

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

• BLS certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Surgical Tech credentialing required prior to or within 180 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate safe and efficient surgical procedures.
• Prepare operating suite with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Maintain organized instruments and track counts during procedures.

Skills

Surgical procedures facilitation

Instrument handling

Patient positioning

Sterile techniques

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's degree or Technical degree

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

Details

+ Department: Surgery

+ Schedule: Full Time Day

+ Hospital: Ascension Providence

+ Location: Waco, Texas

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)

Various health insurance options & wellness plans

Retirement benefits including employer match plans

Long-term & short-term disability

Employee assistance programs (EAP)

Parental leave & adoption assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

1. Facilitate the safe and efficient performance of surgical procedures.
2. Prepare surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
3. Hand required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
4. Assist with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
5. Maintain instruments in an organized manner and monitor/track instruments counts throughout procedures.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

1. BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
2. One or more of the following required:
1. Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
2. Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

1. High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Providence, based in Waco, Texas has provided thousands of associates and caregivers a rewarding career in healthcare since 1905. When you join Ascension Providence, you will become part of a team that operates more than 30 primary and specialty care clinics, inpatient and outpatient behavioral health programs, and full-service hospital with advanced surgical care and 24/7 emergency care for life-threatening injuries and illnesses. Join us and create a career path you will love.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.