Certified Surgical Technologist, Weekend Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System•Katy, TX

4d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for providing proficient perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. The Certified Surgical Technologist functions as a scrub assistant to the physician performing operative and/or invasive procedures. This role works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and as outlined in the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory, using knowledge and expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff. The position must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served, as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to different life cycles.

Requirements

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program
Certified in Basic Life Support
Current Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
CST and BLS (American Heart Assoc) required

Nice To Haves

Ortho experience a plus

Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts.
Demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.
Provides support for readiness and flow of cases to facilitate overall functioning of the unit, performing assigned duties as needed.
Verifies functioning and adequate availability of supplies/instruments/equipment prior to the surgical procedure as indicated by the surgeon’s preference card and other available resources.
Demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.
Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency.
Supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization.
Serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences.
Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
Other duties as assigned.