Senior Surgical Technologist - Galveston

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The Senior Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses, the technologist assists with surgical operations to support the safe and effective conduct of invasive procedures. The role helps ensure the operating room is safe, equipment functions properly, and procedures are conducted in conditions that maximize patient safety. The technologist prepares supplies, equipment, instruments, and the operating suite; maintains sterile technique; assists with patient positioning and transfers; and supports the surgical team throughout procedures. The role also contributes to suite efficiency, updates surgeon preference cards, helps train students and new employees, and demonstrates accountability, compassion, integrity, respect, and professional teamwork.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED.
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
Current certification as a Surgical Technologist, or obtain certification within six months of employment; alternatively, employment practicing surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, or completion of an appropriate surgical technology training program in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service.
Basic Life Support.

Responsibilities

Check supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
Scrub in the prescribed manner and don a sterile gown and gloves.
Gown and glove the surgeon and assistants.
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and draping.
Pass instruments to the surgeon during surgery.
Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.
Assist with postoperative dressings.
Assist the circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
Maintain tray inventory after each surgical case.
Help transfer patients to and from the operating table and stretcher.
Prepare the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
Follow processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency, including First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
Support new programs and provide updates to surgeon preference cards.
Assist in training students and new employees.
Identify learning needs, set challenging and realistic goals, and develop learning opportunities to meet those goals.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding, and maintain a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
Put the needs of others above personal needs through accountability, compassion, integrity, and respect.
Function as an independent and supportive team member.
Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure.
Perform related duties as required.