Surgical Tech 2 Certified- Fulltime

Dallas Center United Methodist; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 33,000 - 47,000; Full time

Job summary

Methodist Southlake Medical Center in Southlake, TX seeks a Surgical Technician II certified to join a fast-paced operating room team. You'll understand procedures, anticipate surgeon needs, handle instruments, supplies, and equipment, and help set up and turnover the OR for cases.

Requirements include High School Diploma or GED, graduation from a certified Surgical Technologist program (or military AD), Basic Life Support, and CST certification.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma and/or GED equivalent.
• Graduate of certified Surgical Technologist program, military trained, or AD in Surgical Technology preferred.
• Basic Life Support certified.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.
• Must have advanced competencies in a minimum of 3 specialties (specialties to be determined by each hospital).

Responsibilities

• Anticipate needs of the surgical team and obtains instrumentation and supplies and available for procedure.
• Pass instruments to surgeon and assistant during procedure.
• Assists with terminal cleaning of room and preparation for the following case.
• Begins cleaning up back table and preparing instruments for terminal cleaning and sterilization as circulator prepares patient to leave the room.
• Place instruments back in the tray for transport to SPD.
• Responsible for knowing and adhering to all policy and procedures such as count policy, universal protocol and labeling of medications, etc.
• Works with students and inexperienced staff on correct method for passing and retrieving instruments during surgical procedures.

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Surgical Technologist program / military trained / AD in Surgical Technology

Basic Life Support certified

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job description

Hours Of Work 0630-1900

Days Of Week 3 12hr shifts days decided upon hire.

Work Shift 8X5 Day (United States of America)

Job Description In this highly technical, fast-paced, and rewarding position, you'll collaborate with multidisciplinary team members to provide the very best care for patients. The Surgical Technician II Certified understands the procedure being performed and assures that all equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available for the case. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon. Handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. Participates in setting up and turning over the operating room for cases.

Your Job Requirements

• High School Diploma and/or GED equivalent


• Graduate of certified Surgical Technologist program, military trained, or AD in Surgical Technology preferred


• Basic Life Support certified


• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required


• Must have advanced competencies in a minimum of 3 specialties (specialties to be determined by each hospital)

Your Job Responsibilities

• Anticipate needs of the surgical team and obtains instrumentation and supplies and available for procedure.


• Pass instruments to surgeon and assistant during procedure.


• Assists with terminal cleaning of room and preparation for the following case.


• Begins cleaning up back table and preparing instruments for terminal cleaning and sterilization as circulator prepares patient to leave the room.


• Place instruments back in the tray for transport to SPD.


• Responsible for knowing and adhering to all policy and procedures such as count policy, universal protocol and labeling of medications, etc.


• Works with students and inexperienced staff on correct method for passing and retrieving instruments during surgical procedures.

Skills

Methodist Southlake Medical Center is a 54-bed, acute care hospital serving Southlake, Keller, Grapevine, and northeastern Tarrant County in North Texas. Designed to expand as the community grows, we have 11 operating suites, two endoscopy suites, a diagnostic and interventional catheterization lab, and a newly expanded emergency department with 12 exam rooms. We provide a full complement of services, from emergency care and advanced surgery to imaging. We strive to have a diverse workforce that reflects the communities we serve and welcomes the skills and talents of all groups. Our reputation as an award-winning employer shows in the distinctions we've earned:

• 150 Top Places to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Hospital Review, 2023


• Top 10 Military Friendly Employer, Gold Designation, 2023


• Top 10 Military Spouse Friendly Employer, 2023


• Cardiac catheterization lab


• Robotic surgery capabilities


• SPECT/CT and nuclear medicine capabilities