Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) - Surgery CVOR (Full Time/Days)

Texas Health Resources • Plano, TX

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technician (CST) position at Texas Health Plano involves working in the Surgery CVOR department, where you will be part of a robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and an engaged leadership team. The role offers the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and provides a sense of accomplishment from making a difference in patients’ lives. The position promotes work/life balance and offers educational and professional growth opportunities.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, required.
• Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, vocational nurse program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology.
• 2 years of experience in a surgical service specialty (robotics, cardiovascular/hearts, orthopedic, neurology) with a minimum of 150 cases performed in that specialty required.
• 2 years of recent CVOR experience highly preferred.
• CST – Certified Surgical Technologist/ CST (MBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) upon hire required.
• BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly upon hire required.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally across disciplines.

Nice To Haves

• Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology preferred.
• 2 years of recent CVOR experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Preoperatively assists R.N. circulator in formulating a 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 to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
• Post-operatively follows proper procedures for the care of instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Under supervision, assists RN circulators with post-operative duties.

Benefits

• 401k
• PTO
• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Flex spending
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan repayment programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees