Pedi OR Certified Surgical Technologist, Weekend Days

Memorial Hermann; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Memorial Hermann's Children’s Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center seeks a Pediatric OR Certified Surgical Tech for a full-time 7am–7pm role, covering Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. You will provide proficient perioperative care as scrub, under RN direction, and may cross-train to Pedi CVOR to support pediatric cases.

Requirements include graduation from a Surgical Technologist Program, BLS certification, and NBSTSA or NCCT certification; 1+ year OR/ Pedi OR/ Trauma experience

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and NBSTSA or NCCT certification.
• 1+ year of Main OR/Pedi OR/Trauma experience preferred; cross-training to Pedi CVOR.
• Demonstrates knowledge of asepsis and perioperative patient care.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates perioperative patient care and acts as first scrub in assigned areas.
• Supports readiness and flow of cases to facilitate unit functioning.
• Verifies supplies, instruments, and equipment before procedures as per surgeon’s card.
• Applies asepsis principles to provide optimal patient care in the OR.
• Adheres to Memorial Hermann policies, procedures and quality standards.
• Supports professional growth; mentors less experienced staff.
• Delivers compassionate, personalized care to patients and colleagues.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Perioperative care

Scrub proficiency

Team collaboration

Education

Graduate of 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

Pedi OR Certified Surgical Tech

• Full time; 7am-7pm, every Friday, Saturday and Sunday
• NO Call required
• CST and BLS (American Heart Assoc) required
• 1+ year of Main OR/ Pedi OR/ Trauma experience preferred
• Will cross train to Pedi CVOR

This position is located at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center.

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.