Certified Surgical Tech Specialist, CST (PRN) – Perot Surgery (Robotic)

Texas Health Resources•Dallas, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Texas Health Dallas is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech Specialist, CST (PRN) for the Perot Surgery department. This role involves assisting in a variety of surgical services including Bariatric, Gastrointestinal Colectomy, Ophthalmology, Neuro/Spine, Orthopedics, Oncology, and General Surgery. The position offers opportunities for work/life balance and educational/career growth within a Magnet-designated, full-service hospital that has been serving the community since 1966.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009. Required Or Other Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, vocational nurse program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology required
2 years recent experience in a surgical service specialty (robotics) with a minimum of 150 cases performed in that specialty. Required
CST – Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) or TS‑C (NCCT)
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, or Employed to practice Surgical Technology in a healthcare facility prior to September 1, 2009, or Graduate/completion of a military training program in Surgical Technology or LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire Req
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Upon Hire Required

Nice To Haves

Scrubbing experience preferred
Experience in Robotic, GYN, Plastics, and Breast Oncology procedures preferred

Responsibilities

Preoperatively assists R.N. circulator in formulating plan of care.
Prepare and organize the operating room.
Assists in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics.
Assists as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively.
Assumes responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
Post-operatively follows proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies, and equipment.
Under supervision, assists RN circulators with post-operative duties.