Surgical Tech II

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC; Big Spring (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Live Well Homecare Agency, LLC in Texas seeks a Surgical Technician to work under RN/MD supervision, preparing instruments, maintaining sterile field, and supporting the surgical team.

You will ensure instrument sterilization, assist with counts, manage supplies, and follow infection control policies; BLS required within 90 days; prior experience preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED and completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program.
• Preferred: One year of surgical technician experience.
• Certifications: Surgical Technician Certification by the NBSTSA or NCCT, or U.S. Military/Public Health Service program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of start.

Responsibilities

• Assist in patient procedure preparation, organizing instruments, drapes, dressings, and supplies.
• Ensure proper functioning and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain aseptic environment, label and dispatch solutions and medications per policies.
• Participate in specimen management, correctly identifying and forwarding specimens.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for procedures, perform counts, and manage time effectively.
• Attend meetings and in-services, follow schedules, and demonstrate good attendance.
• Follow infection control policies, OSHA guidelines, and regulatory standards to ensure safety.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and patient care.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Infection control

Team communication

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Accredited Surgical Technician program

Tools

Sterilization equipment

Job description

Role Overview:

Performs specialized technical duties in surgical or procedural settings under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Physician. Assists the surgical team with equipment, instrumentation, and maintaining a safe, sterile environment to ensure efficient procedures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in patient procedure preparation, organizing instruments, drapes, dressings, and supplies.
• Ensure proper functioning and sterilization of surgical instruments and equipment.
• Maintain a strict aseptic environment, label and dispatch solutions and medications per policies.
• Participate in specimen management, correctly identifying and forwarding specimens.
• Prepare equipment and supplies for procedures, perform counts, and manage time effectively.
• Attend meetings and in-services, follow schedules, and demonstrate good attendance.
• Follow infection control policies, OSHA guidelines, and regulatory standards to ensure safety.
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support team and patient care.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED, and completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program.
• Preferred: One year of surgical technician experience.
• Certifications: Surgical Technician Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology or the National Center for Competency Testing, or U.S. Military/Public Health Service Surgical Technology Program (one required).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required within 90 days of start.