Surgical Technologist: Precision in the OR

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Angleton (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Angleton, TX is seeking a Surgical Technologist to perform direct and indirect technical tasks before, during, and after surgical interventions. You will assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons and RNs to promote safe and effective procedures.

The role requires completing a Surgical Technologist Program, high school graduation, and current certification (or within 6 months). Basic Life Support is also required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED is required.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program is required.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist or obtain certification within 6 months of employment OR employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before Sept 1, 2009 OR completed training in military or health service programs is required (Basic Life Support).

Responsibilities

• Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
• Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
• Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
• Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
• Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
• Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
• Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Assists with postoperative dressings.
• Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
• Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
• Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
• Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
• Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
• Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
• Assists in training students and new employees.
• Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals.
• Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
• Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
• Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect.
• Functions as an independent and supportive team member

Skills

Sterile technique

Surgical assisting

Equipment checks

Education

High school graduate or GED

Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program

Job description

The University of Texas Medical Branch in Angleton, TX is seeking a Surgical Technologist to perform direct and indirect technical tasks before, during, and after surgical interventions. You will assist in surgical operations under the supervision of surgeons and RNs to promote safe and effective procedures.

The role requires completing a Surgical Technologist Program, high school graduation, and current certification (or within 6 months). Basic Life Support is also required.