Surgical Technologist II: Precision OR Support & Instrument Mastery

Texas Health Institute; Temple, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist 2 to support the operative team under RN supervision. You will scrub in, prepare instruments, maintain the sterile field and ensure accurate counts during procedures.

The role emphasizes infection control, aseptic technique and coordination with surgeons, nurses and sterile processing. BLS certification is required and CST certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• CST certification by NBSTSA or NCCT preferred or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Discuss special needs with the surgeon before surgery.
• Scrub into surgery and prepare instruments before the surgeon scrubs in.
• Prepare and maintain the instrument table in an organized way.
• Ensure proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during procedures.
• Perform surgical counts of sponges, sharps, instruments and items per policy.
• Assist with draping and positioning the patient.

Skills

Infection control

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

Graduate of an Accredited Program

Less than 1 year experience

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist 2 to support the operative team under RN supervision. You will scrub in, prepare instruments, maintain the sterile field and ensure accurate counts during procedures.

The role emphasizes infection control, aseptic technique and coordination with surgeons, nurses and sterile processing. BLS certification is required and CST certification is preferred.