Certified Surgical Technologist
USPI•Houston, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital is hiring a Full-Time Certified Surgical Technologist! Welcome to TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital TOPS Surgical Specialty Hospital, a leading surgical facility dedicated to providing high-quality care and a service-oriented environment, is seeking a skilled Certified Surgical Technologist to join our team. As a certified surgical technologist, you will play a crucial role in delivering exceptional patient care and ensuring smooth office operations.
Requirements
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program
- Certification in surgical technology required
- At least 1-2 years of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in a hospital
- Experience assisting in different types of surgeries (e.g., orthopedics, general, plastics, neurosurgery, etc.)
- Experience working in high-pressure situations and responding to surgical complications
Responsibilities
- Prepare the operating room for surgical procedures by ensuring instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly sterilized and available.
- Scrub and assist during surgical procedures, maintaining strict aseptic techniques at all times.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team during procedures.
- Maintain an accurate count of sponges, needles, instruments, and other supplies throughout the procedure.
- Ensure proper care, handling, and sterilization of instruments and equipment before, during, and after surgery.
- Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping under the direction of the surgical team.
- Monitor and maintain a sterile field, taking immediate corrective action when breaks in aseptic technique occur.
- Dispose of sharps and other biohazard materials according to safety and infection control protocols.
- Support inventory control by restocking supplies and reporting shortages or equipment malfunctions.
- Participate in quality improvement activities, staff meetings, and continuing education to support departmental goals.
- Uphold the center’s philosophy, objectives, and compliance with all regulatory and safety standards.
Benefits
- Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
- Life and AD&D coverage
- Availability of short- and long-term disability
- Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
- 401(k) and access to retirement planning
- Paid holidays and vacation
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
