TECH - OR/SURGICAL CERTIFIED (PRN)

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Denison (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Universal Health Services, Inc. is seeking a Surgical Technician to support operating room teams in Denison, TX.

The position requires completing an accredited Surgical Technician program or CST/TS-C certification, with current BLS, and the ability to read perioperative documentation. The ideal candidate will assist with instrument handling, room preparation, and on-call responsibilities, ensuring supplies and equipment are available for all procedures while maintaining patient safety and

Qualifications

• Reads and comprehends perioperative information and procedures.
• Communicates effectively with team and patients of diverse backgrounds.
• Basic computer literacy for documentation and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Assist in all procedures by passing instruments and retractors as needed.
• Maintain aseptic technique and prep/cleanup of the operating room.
• Ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are ready for surgical cases.
• Work in instrument room as needed and participate in on-call duties.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading comprehension

Basic computer literacy

Education

Surgical Technician program completion (CST or TS-C)

LVN license or documented prior employment as surgical technologist

Job description

Responsibilities

• Knowledge of anatomy and physiology of surgical sites. Passes instruments on all procedures or acts as an assistant and hold retractors as needed. Practices aseptic technique. Assist in preparation of room prior to surgery and cleaning room after surgery. Assists staff and surgeons to ensure instruments, supplies, and equipment are available when needed for surgical procedures. Has two (2) years experience in the Operating Room as a scrub tech. Works in instrument room as needed. Takes assigned call as required. Exhibits knowledge of age specific needs of patients of all psychosocial, and/or cultural backgrounds. Integrally involved and participates with cost containment issues in the Operating Room.

Qualifications

• Requires the completion of an accredited Surgical Technician program (CST or TS-C) or the candidate must provide documented proof of previous employment as a surgical technologist before September 1, 2009.
• Must have current CST or TS-C certification or be a LVN or provide proof of employment as a practicing surgical technologist in a health care facility before September 1, 2009. BLS (Basic Life Support) Healthcare Provider course according to RQI program guidelines must be completed during new hire orientation prior to working in a clinical setting.
• Must be able to read and comprehend information related to perioperative operations within the job class. Minimum computer literacy in keyboarding and Microsoft Windows. Communicate effectively, identify and address the special needs of patients of all age groups.

EEO Statement

All UHS subsidiaries are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all applicants and teammates. UHS subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and as such, openly support and fully commit to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion and compensation of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), genetic information, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We believe that diversity and inclusion among our teammates is critical to our success.

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