Elective Services Certified Surgical Technologist, Evenings

Memorial Hermann Health System; United States; On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Technologist for Elective Services on a full-time basis. The role involves 3 x 12-hour shifts (10:30am–11pm) with days varied and a requirement to be on call.

CST and BLS certification are required, with 5+ years of surgical tech experience preferred. Elective services cover ENT, OMF, eyes, general surgery, gynecology, urology, bariatrics and robotics.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Certification: BLS and NBSTSA or NCCT as core credentials.
• Experience: 5+ years of surgical tech preferred.
• Specialties: ENT, OMF, Eyes, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Bariatrics and Robotics.

Responsibilities

• Delivers proficient perioperative patient care.
• Acts as scrub assistant to the physician during procedures.
• Maintains asepsis and readiness of instruments and supplies.
• Mentors less experienced staff and supports unit goals.
• Delivers compassionate, safe and efficient patient experiences.

Skills

Perioperative care

First scrub

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate 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

• Certified Surgical Tech, Elective Services
• Full time; 10:30am-11pm (3 12hr shifts, days varied)
• Call required
• CST and BLS (American Heart Assoc) required
• 5-7+ years of surgical tech experience preferred
• Experience in General, GYN, and Urology preferred
• Experience in ENT/OMF and Opthalmology a plus
• Elective Services consist of ENT, OMF, Eyes, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Bariatrics and Robotics.

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.

Job Description

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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