Surgical Tech First Assist Vein Harvest PRN

HCA Houston Healthcare; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 55,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Brownsville is seeking a Surgical Tech First Assist Vein Harvest PRN. The role involves assisting surgeons during procedures, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining high-quality care standards. Candidates must have requisite certifications and prior experience in surgical technology. This part-time position is integral to delivering exceptional surgical care in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist certification program required.
• 2 years’ experience as Certified Surgical Technologist required.
• Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons to assure a safe and therapeutic environment.
• Communicate with surgeon about the patient’s condition.
• Assist in preparation of the patient/OR Suite for procedures.
• Deliver quality patient care and promote a positive department image.
• Demonstrate teamwork and adaptability.

Skills

Surgical Technologist certification

Certified Surgical Technologist

BCLS certification

Surgical First Assist certification

Education

Completion of a Surgical Technologist certification program

Job description

Surgical Tech First Assist Vein Harvest PRN

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We are seeking a(an) Surgical First Assist Vein Harvest PRN for our team to ensure that we continue to provide all patients with high quality, efficient care.

Job Summary And Qualifications

What You Will Do In This Role:

• You will assist the Operating Room Surgeons and staff to assure a safe and therapeutic environment for neonates, infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients undergoing surgical procedures.
• You will communicate with surgeon continuously as needed about the patient’s condition and assist surgeon during operative and invasive procedures.
• You will assist circulator and anesthesia provider in preparation of the patient/OR Suite to include but not limited to Foley catheter placement; tourniquet application; cricoid pressure application; gathering needed supplies/equipment for the procedure; other procedures as needed.
• You will have accountability for delivering quality patient care and for promoting a positive image of the department.
• You will demonstrate team work, adaptability, and serve as a resource to the Surgical Services team.

What qualifications you will need:

• Completion of a Surgical Technologist certification program required from an accredited educational institution, or medical graduate such as Medical Doctor, Doctor of Osteopathy or foreign medical graduate; and completion of the Surgical Assisting Certification Exam.
• Certification as Certified Surgical Technologist required.
• Certification as a Surgical First Assist required.
• 2 years’ experience as Certified Surgical Technologist required.
• 1 year experience as a Surgical First Assist preferred.
• Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required.

About Valley Regional Medical Center

Founded as Valley Community Hospital in 1975, Valley Regional Medical Center proudly serves Brownsville, TX and the surrounding communities in the Rio Grande Valley. Valley Regional Medical Center is a licensed 215+ bed facility with over 200 physicians representing 25+ specialties. From emergency medicine, to diagnostic imaging services, and caring for newborn babies, Valley Regional Medical Center is the hospital that families count on when they are looking for quality healthcare close to home. We are a designated Advanced Level III Trauma Center and an Advanced Primary Stroke Center. Our Heart and Vascular services include a full-range of cardiac services including minimally invasive and open-heart surgery, cardiac cath lab, heart imaging services and more. Our women’s department includes labor, delivery and recovery in a home-like setting. We also have a C-section operating room on standby 24 hours a day and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit equipped with specially trained staff. Innovation and an unwavering commitment to patient care are the cornerstones of our hospital. Come experience our family centered culture at Valley Regional.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Across HCA Healthcare’s more than 2,000 sites of care, our nurses and colleagues have a positive impact on patients, communities and healthcare. Together, we uplift and elevate our purpose to give people a healthier tomorrow."- Jane Englebright, PhD, RN CENP, FAAN

If you find this opportunity compelling, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical First Assist Vein Harvest PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be directly contacted by a member of our team. We are interviewing apply today!

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Seniority level
Entry level

Employment type
Part-time

Job function
Health Care Provider

Industries
Hospitals and Health Care