Surgical Tech I: Elevate OR Care & Skills

Texas Children's Hospital; Katy (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus in Houston seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room, handling instruments and supplies during procedures, and assisting physicians with age-appropriate patient care. The role requires knowledge of instrumentation and effective communication with the surgical team.

The hospital emphasizes safety and continuing education; candidates may undergo respiratory fit testing as part of health standards.

Qualifications

• Completion of an educational program for surgical technologists.
• Experience with operating room equipment and sterilization.
• Some experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs patient care related duties.
• Prepares and assists with the operating room setup according to patient needs and procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and ensures supplies are ready and accessible.
• Attends in-services and continuing education opportunities to maintain professional development.
• Maintains counts of sponges, needles, and instruments per policy 100% of the time.
• Assists in labeling and handling specimens accurately.
• Supports patient safety by proper handling of medications within the sterile field.
• Prepares OR equipment and supplies for age-appropriate patient care.
• Demonstrates effective time management.
• Cares for Neonates to Adults as appropriate.

Skills

Instrumentation knowledge

Effective communication

Patient care duties

Education

Surgical technologist education program

Job description

Texas Children’s Hospital West Campus in Houston seeks a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room, handling instruments and supplies during procedures, and assisting physicians with age-appropriate patient care. The role requires knowledge of instrumentation and effective communication with the surgical team.

The hospital emphasizes safety and continuing education; candidates may undergo respiratory fit testing as part of health standards.