Technologist Surgical Certified

Ascension; Woodway (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

401(k) match

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Employee assistance

Job summary

Ascension Providence in Waco, TX, seeks a Surgical Technologist for the Main Operating Room. Evening full-time schedule in a fast-paced surgical setting requires precise instrument handling and patient positioning.

You will prepare the sterile field, provide instruments to the surgeon, and maintain count accuracy throughout procedures. Ideal candidates hold BLS, NBSTSA or NCCT surgical tech credentials, and have a high school diploma or equivalent with related experience or an

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month (30 days) of hire or transfer date.
• Surgical Tech credential from NBSTSA within 6 months of hire/transfer date or NCCT credential prior to hire date.
• Education: High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years cumulative experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepares surgical operating suite with sterile drapes, sterile solutions and appropriate instruments and supplies.
• Hands required/requested instruments to surgeon during surgery.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Maintains instruments in an organized manner and monitors/instruments counts throughout procedures.

Skills

Instrument handoff

Patient handling

Inventory control

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years related experience

Job description

• Prepares surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
• Hands required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Maintains instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracks instruments counts throughout procedures.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Waco, TX
• Facility: Ascension Providence
• Specialty: Main Operating Room
• Schedule: Evening l Full Time

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Prepares surgical operating suite with sterile drapes and sterile solutions as well as appropriate sterile and non-sterile instruments and supplies.
• Hands required/requested instruments and supplies to surgeon during surgery.
• Assists with preparing, transporting, positioning and draping patients.
• Maintains instruments in an organized manner and monitors/tracks instruments counts throughout procedures.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• Required Credential(s):
  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following:
    • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
    • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preference

• Full Time Evening shift: 10:30am-11:00pm 3 X12's

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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