Surgical Tech - High-Impact OR Support (Sign-On Bonus)

University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist/Surgical Technician to assist the RN Circulator and prepare the operating room for each procedure. The position requires 2 years' experience with multiple surgical specialties and BLS certification.

An $8,000 sign-on bonus is offered; orientation runs Monday through Friday, 06:15-14:45 for up to 12 weeks. Taking call is required; work schedule is 3x12 mid-shift on Tue, Thu, Fri at Clements University Hospital.

Qualifications

• Education: High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 2 years' experience with knowledge of eight to ten surgical specialties and able to operate basic/standard operating room equipment.
• Licenses/Certifications: CST certification; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assists RN Circulator by organizing, prioritizing tasks, and preparing the operating room for each procedure and patient arrival.
• Maintains communication with the RN Circulator regarding procedure and patient status.
• Provides perioperative patient care by selecting, inspecting, and opening supplies and equipment per age and surgeon’s preference.
• Ensures aseptic technique and sterile field; checks equipment for proper function prior to procedures.
• Performs instrument counts with RN Circulator and passes instruments during surgery.
• Performs surgical hand scrubs and gowns and gloves; prepares instruments for sterilization.
• Leads perioperative tasks and supports team as needed; completes performance evaluations timely.
• Organizes tasks and demonstrates proficiency with instruments, supplies, and equipment.

Skills

Surgical technology

Operating room equipment

Team communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Tools

Operating room equipment knowledge

Job description

UT Southwestern Medical Center in Dallas is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist/Surgical Technician to assist the RN Circulator and prepare the operating room for each procedure. The position requires 2 years' experience with multiple surgical specialties and BLS certification.

An $8,000 sign-on bonus is offered; orientation runs Monday through Friday, 06:15-14:45 for up to 12 weeks. Taking call is required; work schedule is 3x12 mid-shift on Tue, Thu, Fri at Clements University Hospital.