Surgical Associate- Full Time, Days

Texas Health Resources; Texas; On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k

PTO

Medical

Dental

Paid Parental Leave

Flexible Spending

Tuition Reimbursement

Student Loan Repayment

Job summary

Texas Health Resources is seeking a Surgical Associate for the Surgery Department at Texas Health Southlake in Southlake, TX. This full-time role (40 hours/week) supports operating room activities and patient care in a fast-paced surgical environment.

The candidate will assist with stocking, patient movement, and room cleanup, while following the circulating nurse directions and maintaining BCLS requirements. English proficiency and readiness to stand for extended periods are essential.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Previous patient care experience preferred.
• Two years of PCA experience or six months surgical associate experience preferred.
• BCLS certification required before independent patient care and maintained quarterly.

Responsibilities

• Stocks and supplies for surgical cases and moving patients to and from OR suites.
• Assist in room cleanup before/after surgery and follow circulating nurse directions for equipment.

Skills

Patient care

English proficiency

Teamwork

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Job description

Surgical Associate – Surgery Department

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Southlake 1545 E Southlake Blvd, Southlake, TX 76092

Work hours: Full Time, 40 Hours a week. Days Monday through Friday 6:30am-3:00pm

Surgery Department highlights

• Surgical specialty hospital with six operating rooms
• ortho, ortho spine, general, GYN, plastics, ENT, podiatry, Xi robot cases
• Great work environment, positive culture, and teamwork
• New and advanced equipment and technology

Here’s What You Need

• H.S. Diploma or Equivalent is required
• Previous patient care experience is preferred
• 2 years of PCA experience or 6 months surgical associate experience is strongly preferred
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly is required
• Read, write and speak English; Able to stand/walk for majority of hours of their work shift; Easily move heavy equipment & supplies (up to 250 lbs on wheels) without endangering themselves or others.

What You Will Do

• Completes routine stocking chores:
• Ensures two arm boards and safety strap available for case
• Stocks and replaces suction liners
• Assists in moving patients to and from the operating room suites.
• Assists in room cleanup before and/or after surgery.
• Follows directions of circulating nurse in obtaining equipment, instruments and supplies as requested.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Surgical Associate

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits.
• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health Southlake has proudly served the surrounding communities for 20 years as of October 2024. As the area’s first hospital, our 51,600-square-foot facility offers exceptional care with 18 surgical specialties, 17 inpatient suites, six observation suites, six operating rooms, three physical therapy centers, a pain management suite, and a 24/7 emergency room. We provide advanced care in bariatrics, cardiology, colorectal surgery, ear, nose & throat, general surgery, internal and family medicine, imaging services, and emergency care. Texas Health Southlake has earned numerous accolades, including U.S. News and World Report’s High Performing Hospital Award (2022-2023) for adult procedures such as spinal fusion, hip fracture, and hip replacement. Additionally, we hold a prestigious 5-star rating from Becker’s Hospital Review—one of only 18 hospitals in Texas with this distinction. Our facility has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Spine Surgery and the Pinnacle of Excellence Award for Patient Experience in outpatient services, employee engagement, physician engagement, and clinical quality performance.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to [e-mail] #LI-TJ1