Surgical Tech II

Shannon Medical Center; San Angelo (TX); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Shannon Medical Center in San Angelo, TX, seeks a Surgical Technician to support the operating room team under RN/Physician supervision. You will prepare for procedures, arrange instruments, maintain asepsis, and ensure equipment readiness.

Requires completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program, BLS within 90 days, and NBSTSA/NCT or US Military/Public Health Service certification (one). Some experience preferred; strong teamwork and infection-control commitment needed.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program.
• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent required.
• BLS certification required within 90 days of start date.
• Certification from NBSTSA or NCT, or US Military/Public Health Service program—only one must be obtained.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparation for patient procedures and arrange instruments for efficiency.
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Maintain strict aseptic environment and follow infection-control policies.
• Label and dispatch solutions and meds per physician order.
• Participate in specimen handling and instrument counts as needed.
• Attend meetings, follow schedules, and work independently to meet deadlines.

Skills

Dexterity

Time management

Independence

Aseptic technique

Education

High School Diploma / GED / equivalent

Accredited Surgical Technician program completion

Job description

Job SummaryUnder the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or Physician performs a variety of specialized technical duties in the surgical or procedural environment. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe, and that required equipment is available and functioning properly.

Performance: Position Specific Essential FunctionsAssist in the preparation for patient procedures;arranges drapes, dressings, instruments, basins, solutions and other items on instruments table and trays for maximum efficiency in handling.Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies during surgical procedures.Maintains strict aseptic environment. Labels and dispatches solutions, medications per physician order and hospital policy.Demonstrates knowledge of the step-by-step progress of specific procedures displays dexterity in the use of required instrumentation;participates in specimen management by correctly identifying specimen when received from the surgeon and when forwarding specimen to the circulator.Prepares and knows the specific uses of all equipment and supplies for procedures;performs procedural counts if required per policy & utilizes time management skills.Attends meetings and in-services as assigned;follows work schedules and demonstrates good attendance;works independently, uses time effectively and completes work by assigned deadlines;performs other duties as needed to ensure optimal customer satisfaction.Follows infection control policies, Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) recommendation practices, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers and patients.Performs other duties as assigned.

EducationRequired

• High School Diploma, GED, or equivalentCompletion of an accredited Surgical Technician program

Experience:Preferred

• One year of experience as a Surgical Technician

Certification/Licensure:Required

• Surgical Technician Certification by The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting*Surgical Technician Certification by the National Center for Competency Testing*United States Military or United States Public Health Service Surgical Technology Program*
• *Only one of these certifications must be obtained
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
• Must obtain within ninety (90) days of start date