Certified Surgical Technologist, PRN, Days

Texas Health • Flower Mound, TX

6d • Onsite

About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist assists with peri-operative care for infants, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. The role supports the RN circulator in planning and delivering care before, during, and after surgery; helps maintain a safe, infection-conscious environment; and follows appropriate procedures for care of instruments, supplies, and equipment. The position is PRN on days at Texas Health’s Flower Mound location and is part of a collaborative, patient-centered surgical environment.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent and employment practicing surgical technology in a healthcare facility before September 1, 2009, or completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program, Vocational Nurse program, or military surgical technology training program, as specified in the posting.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) through NCCT, with one of the specified surgical technology education or prior-employment pathways.
• Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) required upon hire.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification required before providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly.
• Maintain a high level of confidentiality.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Maintain a professional appearance and acceptable grooming standards.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Nice To Haves

• One year of current operating room experience.
• Orthopedic experience.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program, Vocational Nurse program, or completion of a military training program in surgical technology.

Responsibilities

• Display intra-operative skills and behavior that support desirable patient outcomes.
• Assist in providing peri-operative care for infants, pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Assist the RN circulator preoperatively in formulating the plan of care.
• Assist as needed in coordinating peri-operative patient care and maintain accountability for professional behavior and nursing practice standards.
• Follow proper post-operative procedures for care of instruments, supplies, and equipment.
• Under supervision, assist the RN circulator with post-operative duties.
• Help deliver nursing care in a manner that minimizes infection transfer and accidental contamination.
• Help deliver care in a manner that protects patients from injury.

Benefits

• 401(k)
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Medical benefits
• Dental benefits
• Paid parental leave
• Flexible spending account
• Tuition reimbursement
• Student loan replacement programs
• Other benefits, depending on status
• Opportunities for professional growth

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: High school or GED