Sr. Surgical Technologist ( CST)

Houston Methodist; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 86,000; Full time

Job summary

Houston Methodist Hospital in Houston, TX seeks a Sr Surgical Technologist to perform delegated tasks for safe operating room support and related procedures. The role includes mentoring and guiding other Surgical Technologists, training and orienting staff, and handling assigned non-nursing functions with relationship-centered care.

The position exercises independent judgment, reports observations to the nurse or surgeon, and contributes to department upkeep as directed by licensed personnel.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required.
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Carry out delegated tasks in support of safe and efficient operating room functions.
• Provide mentoring and guidance to Surgical Technologist positions and orient new staff.
• Perform general patient care and department upkeep as delegated by licensed personnel.

Skills

Mentoring

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency

Job description

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Hospital At Houston Methodist, the Sr Surgical Technologist position requires proficient knowledge and skills necessary to carry out delegated tasks associated with the safe and efficient operating room support functions and related procedures. This position works independently, exercising sound judgment, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse or surgeon. In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of a Surgical Technologist, the Sr Surgical Technologist position provides mentoring and guidance for Surgical Technologist positions, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to train and orient others. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions and practices relationship-centered care in concert with Houston Methodist values. Other duties for the Sr Surgical Technologist position will include general patient care and department upkeep as delegated by licensed personnel.

FLSA STATUS

Non-exempt

QUALIFICATIONS

EDUCATION

• High School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
• Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency

EXPERIENCE

• Two years as a Surgical Technologist

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

Required

• BLS - Basic Life Support or Instructor (AHA) - American Heart Association and
• Must have a certification (CST from NBSTSA, TS-C from NCCT, or CSA from NCCSA) or meet the grandfather clause (Bill 643): The bill includes an extensive grandfather clause exempting all individuals employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before Sept. 1, 2009. The clarification notes that legislation does not state employed \\