Surgical Technologist

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Paid time off

Job summary

A healthcare provider is seeking a Surgical Technologist in San Antonio, Texas, to assist with quality surgical care. The role includes coordinating with nurses, preparing sterile supplies, and maintaining the sterile field during procedures. Candidates must possess a high school diploma and relevant surgical technologist certification. The position offers numerous benefits, such as comprehensive medical coverage, a 401(k) plan, and eligibility for various assistance programs.

Qualifications

• Responsible for assisting with surgical care and coordinating with the nursing staff.
• Must maintain sterile field and ensure safety protocols are followed.
• Certification required for surgical technologists entering practice after 09/01/2009.

Responsibilities

• Plan and obtain required surgical equipment and supplies.
• Prepare equipment and maintain sterile conditions during surgeries.
• Monitor sterile field and initiate corrective actions when needed.

Skills

Sterile techniques

Surgical instrument handling

Patient safety procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical technologist certification (CST or TS-C)

Job description

Surgical Technologist – Methodist Hospital Landmark (currently offering a sign‑on bonus).

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee‑only coverage to full‑time and part‑time colleagues based on income.

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a Surgical Technologist you are responsible for assisting with the delivery of quality surgical care. You will coordinate with the circulating peri‑operative nurse during surgical procedures and handle equipment and supplies. You are responsible for all major surgical specialty areas; gathering and preparing sterile supplies, equipment, and maintaining the sterile field. You will assist the surgeon by supplying sterile instruments/supplies to the sterile field in a safe and efficient manner, following current AORN and regulatory standards and established policies and procedures of the System.

What you will do in this role

• You will plan for and obtain the equipment and supplies needed for assigned procedures according to physicians’ preference and specific patient needs.
• You will prepare equipment and supplies according to manufacturer’s recommendations and specifications for use during surgical procedures.
• You will open sterile packs, instruments and supplies for each procedure according to established aseptic techniques and protocols.
• You will monitor the sterile field during the procedure and take appropriate measures to ensure integrity.
• You must initiate corrective action for any break in technique.
• You will prepare medications and solutions for use during procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse, according to physician’s orders.
• You will maintain accountability for instruments, sponges and sharps, according to hospital policy throughout the surgical procedure to ensure that no foreign objects are retained in the surgical wound.
• You will take appropriate action if item count is not correct and will inform the appropriate staff.
• You will consistently follow safety procedures and protocols for Timeout when handling sharp instruments, powered equipment, hazardous chemicals and lasers.

What qualifications you will need

Graduated high school or equivalent.

Non‑certified

All other departments no license, certificate or registration required if they meet the below provision: Per Texas HB 643, surgical technologists entering practice after 09/01/2009 must have and maintain a surgical technologist certification. Individuals that performed in a surgical technologist position prior to 09/01/2009 are not required to obtain a surgical technologist certification.

Certified

You must have and maintain one of the following:

• CST – Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (formerly the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist).
• TS‑C‑Tech in Surgery, Certified through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.