Surgical Tech Lead

HCA • Houston, TX

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About The Position

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Surgical Technologist Lead? At Texas Orthopedic Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years. Under the general supervision of the Director, Surgical Services and the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, the Lead Operating Room Technician/Lead Surgical Technician is responsible for providing surgical scrub on all types of major and minor surgical procedures dependent on individual experience.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or military equivalent training in the Surgical Technologist role is required.
• Certification in Surgical Technology.
• Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
• 1 year of Surgical Technologist experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, sets up and maintains a sterile field for surgical procedures applying special knowledge of asepsis.
• Displays ability to function effectively in surgical cases across multiple services with multiple surgeons.
• Organizes instruments, equipment, and supplies for easy access and maximum efficiency to decrease delays.
• Participates in a rotational call system as needed to provide for continuous availability of patient services.
• Follows appropriate guidelines for setting up sterile field and instruments for designated procedures.
• Takes personal initiative to learn new procedures with new physicians, coordinating personal schedule with assistant director to accommodate learning needs.
• Applies principles of safety in the performance of all responsibilities.
• Applies basic knowledge of anatomy and physiology required to assist in surgical procedures in the Operating Room.
• Assists CSPD personnel with the turnover and assembly of instrument sets, when possible, especially during surgical downtimes.
• Utilizes appropriate sterilization and decontamination techniques in the maintenance of equipment and supplies.
• Utilizes appropriate body mechanics in moving and lifting patients and equipment to prevent injury to patients and to self.
• Re-stocks Operating Room supplies and removes excess or unnecessary equipment and supplies as caseload permits.
• Under the guidance of the Registered Nurse or Assistant Director, Operating Room, determines appropriate priorities for activities based on work demand.
• Utilizes communication skills effectively in working with patients, physicians, and other personnel.
• Maintains awareness of own limitations and seeks guidance from appropriate personnel.
• Ensures that problems or concerns regarding activities in the Operating Room are communicated with the Assistant Director, Operating Room.
• Shows initiative during surgical downtime by assisting co-workers and other areas with special needs.
• Displays effective use of time management to minimize room turnover.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay.
• Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees