Surgical Associate- Full Time, Days

#REF!•Southlake, TX

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Surgical Associate – Surgery Department Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together. Texas Health Southlake has proudly served the surrounding communities for 20 years as of October 2024. As the area’s first hospital, our 51,600-square-foot facility offers exceptional care with 18 surgical specialties, 17 inpatient suites, six observation suites, six operating rooms, three physical therapy centers, a pain management suite, and a 24/7 emergency room. We provide advanced care in bariatrics, cardiology, colorectal surgery, ear, nose & throat, general surgery, internal and family medicine, imaging services, and emergency care. Texas Health Southlake has earned numerous accolades, including U.S. News and World Report’s High Performing Hospital Award (2022-2023) for adult procedures such as spinal fusion, hip fracture, and hip replacement. Additionally, we hold a prestigious 5-star rating from Becker’s Hospital Review—one of only 18 hospitals in Texas with this distinction. Our facility has also earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for Spine Surgery and the Pinnacle of Excellence Award for Patient Experience in outpatient services, employee engagement, physician engagement, and clinical quality performance. If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together! Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.

Requirements

H.S. Diploma or Equivalent is required
1 year of Surgical Associate experience is strongly preferred
BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly is required
Read, write and speak English
Able to stand/walk for majority of hours of their work shift
Easily move heavy equipment & supplies (up to 250 lbs on wheels) without endangering themselves or others.

Nice To Haves

Previous patient care experience is preferred

Responsibilities

Completes routine stocking chores: Ensures two arm boards and safety strap available for case
Stocks and replaces suction liners
Assists in moving patients to and from the operating room suites.
Assists in room cleanup before and/or after surgery.
Follows directions of circulating nurse in obtaining equipment, instruments and supplies as requested.