Surgical Tech: OR Scrub & Prep Specialist

Texoma Medical Center; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Texoma Medical Center, a 414-bed acute care facility, seeks a Surgical Technician to support perioperative care in the operating room. The role requires knowledge of aseptic technique, instrument handling, and room preparation for various procedures.

Two years of OR scrub tech experience and CST (or LVN) certification are required, with BLS completed during orientation. The facility emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program or documented prior employment as a scrub tech.
• Must have current CST certification or be an LVN or provide proof of employment as a practicing surgical technologist before September 1, 2009. Basic Life Support (BLS) healthcare provider course required during new hire orientation.

Responsibilities

• Pass instruments and assist in procedures; maintain aseptic technique.
• Prepare operating room prior to surgery and clean room after surgery.
• Assist staff and surgeons to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are available when needed for surgical procedures.
• Demonstrate knowledge of age-specific needs of patients and participate in cost containment in the OR.

Skills

Reading comprehension

Effective communication

Patient care awareness

Education

Accredited Surgical Technician program

Job description

Texoma Medical Center, a 414-bed acute care facility, seeks a Surgical Technician to support perioperative care in the operating room. The role requires knowledge of aseptic technique, instrument handling, and room preparation for various procedures.

Two years of OR scrub tech experience and CST (or LVN) certification are required, with BLS completed during orientation. The facility emphasizes teamwork and patient-centered care.