Certified Surgical Technologist II (CST II)

Mission Regional Medical Center•Mission, TX

About The Position

We are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist II (CST II), sometimes referred to as a Surgical Tech II, OR Tech II or Scrub Tech II. The Certified Surgical Technologist II (CST II) prepares the operating room for complex procedures, assists surgeons by passing instruments and maintaining a sterile field, and supervises junior staff. The Certified Surg Tech II will also manage surgical instruments, collaborate with the surgical team to ensure patient safety, and ensure compliance with infection control standards. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed. Shift’s Available: Variable Employment Type: Per Diem (PD/PRN) Hours: Variable Location: Mission Regional Medical Center – Mission, TX

Requirements

Graduate of a Certified Surgical Tech (CST) training program.
One year of experience in a surgical setting required.
Certified Surgical Tech (CST) Certification upon hire required and maintained for employment. Per Texas statutes, non-certified employees hired prior to 12/2014 are exempt from this requirement.
Current BLS (AHA) upon hire and maintain current.
Demonstrated competency and proficiency as primary scrub in minor and major procedures in the generalized surgical specialties, (General, Urology, Eye (cataracts), Gynecology, orthopedic procedures, including but not limited to hand specialty, basic spine procedures (laminectomies), sports medicine, and total joint/knee procedures or obstetrics.

Responsibilities

Lead by Example - Supervise and mentor junior surgical technologists and assist with their training and development, demonstrate proper techniques, reinforce sterile procedures and share best practices
Manag Surgical Instruments - Count and track sponges, needles, and tools to prevent retained items, accurate counts of all items used in the surgical procedure
Preoperative Preparation - Set up the operating room by sterilizing and arranging instruments supplies and equipment while preparing patients for surgery through proper positioning and sterile draping
Intraoperative Support - Assist during surgery by passing instruments maintaining a sterile field and anticipating the surgical team’s needs while tracking instruments and sponges
Postoperative Duties - Support postoperative care by applying dressings transporting patients to recovery and cleaning and restocking the operating room
Safety and Compliance - Follow strict infection control protocols ensure safe handling of specimens and maintain compliance with hospital and regulatory standards
Collaboration and Communication - Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists and sterile processing staff while communicating effectively in high-pressure situations