Surgical Services Lead

Ascension; Austin (TX); Presencial; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO & holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance program

Descripción de la vacante

Ascension at Dell Children’s Medical Center in Austin, TX seeks an experienced surgical support professional to lead shift operations, scheduling, and clinical resources, while onboarding and coaching staff. The role involves preparing operating suites and coordinating sterile supplies for pediatric procedures.

You will assist surgeons during pediatric operations, handle sterile instrumentation, and aid with hemostasis, ensuring proper counts and adherence to sterile protocols for patient safety.

Formación

• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years cumulative experience OR an Associate's/Technical degree with 1 year OR 5 years applicable experience.
• BLS Provider credential within 30 days of hire; applicable RN or Surgical Tech NBSTSA/NCCT credentials as listed.

Responsabilidades

• Lead and coordinate shift operations, scheduling, and clinical resources, while overseeing staff onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluation input.
• Prepare operating suites with sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies, assisting with pediatric patient transportation, positioning, and draping.
• Assist surgeons throughout pediatric procedures by anticipating needs, delivering sterile instrumentation and supplies, and aiding with hemostasis.
• Organize, monitor, and conduct precise surgical counts of all instruments, sponges, and supplies throughout operative procedures to ensure sterile protocol adherence and patient safety.

Conocimientos

Staff coordination

Pediatric care support

BLS certification

Educación

High School diploma or equivalent + experience requirements

Descripción del empleo

Your future role at a glance

Location: Austin, TX

Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center

Specialty: General Surgery

Schedule: Day | Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Lead and coordinate shift operations, scheduling, and clinical resources, while overseeing staff onboarding, training, coaching, and performance evaluation input.
• Prepare operating suites with sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies, assisting with pediatric patient transportation, positioning, and draping.
• Assist surgeons throughout pediatric procedures by anticipating needs, delivering sterile instrumentation and supplies, and aiding with hemostasis.
• Organize, monitor, and conduct precise surgical counts of all instruments, sponges, and supplies throughout operative procedures to ensure sterile protocol adherence and patient safety.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
  • Registered Nurse credentialed from the Texas Board of Nursing obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• Preferred Credential(s):
  • Central Service Tech specializing in Sterile Processing credentialed from the Healthcare Sterile Processing Association.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree with 1 year of experience OR 5 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences

• Monday - Friday 6:30 am - 3:00pm
• 3+ yrs. CST Pediatrics exp.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

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