Pedi OR Certified Surgical Technologist, Weekend Days

Memorial Hermann Health System

7d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist provides proficient perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation and functions as a scrub assistant to physicians performing operative and invasive procedures. The role works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and according to the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory. The technologist uses knowledge and expertise to serve as a role model and resource for other staff and must demonstrate the knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the patients served, including understanding growth and development across different life cycles.

This is a full-time position at Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center, scheduled 7 a.m. to 7 p.m. every Friday, Saturday, and Sunday. No call is required. The position will cross-train to Pediatric CVOR.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist from the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT).
• Certification in Basic Life Support (BLS).
• Demonstrated knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the patients served, including knowledge of growth and development across different life cycles.

Nice To Haves

• At least one year of Main OR, Pediatric OR, or trauma experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts and the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.
• Support case readiness and flow to facilitate overall unit functioning, performing assigned duties as needed.
• Verify the function and availability of supplies, instruments, and equipment before procedures, using the surgeon’s preference card and other available resources.
• Apply aseptic principles knowledgeably to support optimal patient care in the operating room.
• Ensure safe care for patients, staff, and visitors and follow Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards, including budgetary specifications for time management, supply management, productivity, and quality of service.
• Promote professional growth and development by completing mandatory and continuing education and maintaining skills competency.
• Support department goals and serve as a preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff.
• Model Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized, and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree