Surgical Technologist III - Labor & Delivery - Part-Time - LBJ - Night

Harris Health System, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

Harris Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist III (ST III) to support perioperative care. You will assist the surgical team during operative procedures, maintaining sterile technique and acting as a resource for fellow staff under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.

The role requires a surgical technologist certification, BLS, 3 years of experience, and strong communication skills to interact with diverse teams and patients in a high-demand hospital setting.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or GED required.
• Graduation from an accredited surgical technologist program or comparable US military program.
• Basic Life Support from AHA or Red Cross.
• 3 years of experience as a surgical technologist or proficiency in two or more surgical specialties.

Responsibilities

• Provide perioperative patient care using sterile technique.
• Assist the surgical team in operative and invasive procedures.
• Serve as a role model and resource for other staff under RN direction.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

High School diploma or GED

Accredited surgical technologist program or military equivalent

Tools

MS Word

Personal Computer

Job description

Harris Health is the public healthcare safety-net provider established in 1966 to serve the residents of Harris County, Texas. As an essential healthcare system, Harris Health champions better health for the entire community, with a focus on low-income uninsured and underinsured patients, through acute and primary care, wellness, disease management and population health services. Ben Taub Hospital (Level 1 Trauma Center) and Lyndon B. Johnson Hospital (Level 3 Trauma Center) anchor Harris Health's robust network of 39 clinics, health centers, specialty locations and virtual (telemedicine) technology. Harris Health is among an elite list of health systems in the U.S. achieving Magnet® nursing excellence designation for its hospitals, the prestigious National Committee for Quality Assurance designation for its patient-centered clinics and health centers and its strong partnership with nationally recognized physician faculty, residents and researchers from Baylor College of Medicine; McGovern Medical School at The University of Texas Health Science Center at Houston (UTHealth); and The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center.

At Harris Health, we prioritize the well-being of our most valuable asset--our people--ensuring a culture of compassion, collaboration and excellence in serving Harris County's most in need. With integrity and accountability at our core, we commit to 'leading with love', embodying our dedication to quality care, education, and a steadfast respect for every individual's contribution to our mission.

JOB SUMMARY

The Surgical Technologist III (ST III) proficiently provides perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. The ST III assists the surgical team in performing operative and/or invasive procedures utilizing proper aseptic technique. The ST III works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and uses knowledge and expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff.

Minimum Qualifications

• School Education: High School diploma or GED. Graduation from an accredited educational program for surgical technologists or comparable US military program.
• Licenses & Certifications: Certified as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or the National Center for Competency Testing. Note ' military surgical technology trained persons must obtain certification within 1 year of hire.
• Basic Life Support from approved American Heart Association (AHA) or Red Cross program.
• Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a surgical technologist and/or demonstrated proficiency in two or more surgical specialties.
• Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact)
  Writing /Correspondence
• Proficiencies: MS Word, Personal Computer

Job Attributes

• Knowledge/Skills/Abilities: Medical Terms
• Work Schedule: Weekends, Holidays, Flexible, On Call
• Equipment Operated: Surgical instruments and equipment
• Skills/Knowledge: Demonstrates clinical competence in all specialty areas and clinical proficiency in a specified number of specialty areas, as determined by individual facility needs.