Surgical Technologist: Precision OR Support & Patient Care

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Webster (TX); On-site; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

The Surgical Technologist at The University of Texas Medical Branch assists in surgical operations under surgeons and registered nurses to ensure patient safety and efficient patient care. The role involves preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures.

Qualified candidates will have a Surgical Technologist program completed and either current certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Maintains current certification or completes within 6 months of employment.

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.
• Assists 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.
• Cleans and prepares surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Maintains tray inventory after each surgical case.
• Transfers patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
• Prepares the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
• Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
• Assists in training students and new employees.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

Education

High school diploma or GED

Completion of Surgical Technologist Program

Tools

Basic Life Support

Certified Surgical Technologist

Job description

The Surgical Technologist at The University of Texas Medical Branch assists in surgical operations under surgeons and registered nurses to ensure patient safety and efficient patient care. The role involves preparing the operating room, maintaining sterile technique, and supporting the surgical team throughout procedures.

Qualified candidates will have a Surgical Technologist program completed and either current certification or the ability to obtain it within six months.