Surgical Technologist – OR Instrumentation & Team Support

Texas Health Institute; Plano (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist 2 to assist in the operating room under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on instrument preparation, sterile technique, and maintaining an organized instrument table to support patient safety.

The position requires CST certification, BLS, and an accredited program background; prior military or Public Health Service training may qualify. The team emphasizes infection control and efficient OR workflow.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Less than 1 year of experience.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Surgical Technologist (CST) certification required (NBSTSA/NCCT).
• Military/Public Health Service ST training or prior employment before 9/1/2009 may meet requirements.

Responsibilities

• Scrub into surgery in time to 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 according to policy.
• Assist with draping and positioning the patient; pass sterile supplies to the surgical team.

Skills

Infection prevention

Sterile technique

Anatomy knowledge

Communication skills

Education

Grad of an Accredited Program

Job description

Baylor Scott & White Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist 2 to assist in the operating room under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. The role focuses on instrument preparation, sterile technique, and maintaining an organized instrument table to support patient safety.

The position requires CST certification, BLS, and an accredited program background; prior military or Public Health Service training may qualify. The team emphasizes infection control and efficient OR workflow.