Supervisor Surgical Technicians - OR

UMC Health System; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Resilience program

Emotional support

Physical wellness

Spiritual support

Financial planning

Career development

Community engagement

On-site counselors

Discounted pharmacy costs

Cash retention bonus

Employer matching retirement

PTO & extended illness coverage

Dental & vision insurance

Job summary

UMC Health System in Texas is seeking a Supervisor, Surgical Technicians to oversee instrumentation, sterilization and OR supply support. You will lead a team of surgical techs, collaborate with the surgical team and nursing leadership to ensure patient safety and readiness of the operating room.

The ideal candidate has a surgical technologist program credential, a high school diploma or GED, and at least two years of leadership experience in a hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• +2 years leadership experience in a hospital setting.

Responsibilities

• Assist RN in the operating room as directed.
• Lead Surgical Technicians in staffing, performance management, coaching, corrective actions and engagement.
• Assist with pre and post op room support; this may include cleaning, testing equipment, scrub procedures, and assisting clinical staff inside of the operating room.
• Ensure adequate staff coverage on each shift.
• All other assigned duties related to surgical technologist roles and responsibilities.

Skills

Clinical standards

Active listening

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of accredited Surgical Technologist program

Job description

Job Summary

We’ve learned that what is best for patients is also best for employees. Learn more about why we are one of the Best Companies to Work for in Texas®. Job Summary The Supervisor, Surgical Technicians directs and performs activities related to instrumentation, sterilization, and supplies utilized for patient care in the operating room

Job Specific Responsibilities

Daily assignments may include but are not limited to:

• Assist RN in the operating room as directed
• Serve as leader to Surgical Technicians participating in activities related to staffing, performance management, coaching, corrective actions, and employee engagement
• Assist with pre and post op room support; this may include cleaning, testing equipment, scrub procedures, and assisting clinical staff inside of the operating room
• Ensure adequate staff coverage on each shift
• All other assigned duties related to surgical technologist roles and responsibilities

Education and Experience

• High School Diploma or GED • Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program • +2 years of leadership experience, leading people and/or processes, preferably in a hospital setting

Required Licensures/Certifications/Registrations

• Basic Life Skills Certification (BLS); must obtain within 30 days of hire into the role • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) ADMINISTERED BY National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, NBSTSA, Certified TS-C, or CSA

Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical standards and practices of surgical technology • Good listening skills to comprehend and quickly respond to the needs of the surgeon and surgical team • High degree of responsiveness to changing schedules and priorities throughout the day

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

Close relationship with OR Materials Management, Instrument Room, OR Staff Development, nursing units, Sterile Processing Department, and various committees in the hospital as assigned.

Physical Capabilities

Work is demanding and requires ability to push, pull, and lift, up to 50 pounds. Requires lots of walking and extended periods of time standing and/or sitting. Effective communication with physicians and OR staff is critical. Near visual acuity required to work with documentation, instrument gauges, dials, and equipment indicators

Environmental/Working Conditions

This position is subject to varying indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high- risk area for exposure to blood borne pathogens and other biowaste hazards.

Benefits

• Resilience program
• Emotional
• Physical
• Spiritual
• Financial
• Career
• Community
• On-Site Professional Counselors (EAP)
• Discounted Pharmacy Cost
• Cash Retention Bonus (only one in our region)
• Retirement Benefits w/Employer Match
• PTO & Extended Illness Medical, Dental, & Vision Insurance
• And more at: https://apps.umchealthsystem.com/documents/wellness.pdf

UMC Vision, Mission and Standards

Vision: To Serve Our Patients in the Best Teaching Hospital in the Country

Mission Statement: Service is our passion. We serve by providing safe, high quality care to all, achieving excellent financial performance, and training tomorrow’s healthcare professionals.

Standards of Excellence: Attitude, Communication, Responsiveness, Compassion, Teamwork, Ownership, Safety and Respect

UMC Physicians Culture, Vision, Mission, and Standards

Culture: Service is Our Passion

Vision: The best place to work and the best place to receive healthcare.

Mission Statement: To improve the quality of life for our community by providing the best patient experience for every patient.

Standards: Teamwork, Respect, Accountability, Compassion, Kindness

About UMC Magnet Designated

501 licensed beds 62 Site locations Regions only Level I Trauma Center Regions only BICU DNV accredited Primary teaching hospital for the Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center (TTUHSC) Ranked as one of the Best Places to Work in Texas by Texas Monthly

UMCP 35 Practice Locations

35 Practice Locations - private practices and urgent care centers Over 125 physicians and advanced practice providers Ranked as "One of the Best Places to Work in Texas" by Texas Monthly Employee Engagement Score of 96% measured by Press Ganey Associates

Equal Employment Opportunity

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. *Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.*