Surgical Tech OB

HCA Healthcare • Houston, TX

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About The Position

The Surgical Tech OB plans for and scrubs assigned surgical procedures in accordance with AORN, AST, quality, regulatory, and company standards. The role participates in the department’s on-call rotation as needed and, after proper training, operates sterilizers and other patient-care equipment according to manufacturer instructions.

The Surgical Tech supports hospital processes and goals, communicates actual or potential issues through the appropriate chain of command, and takes initiative on additional duties that support operating-room efficiency and care delivery. These duties may include updating surgeon preference cards, pulling case carts, stocking rooms, turning over the OR, and assisting with scheduled supply inventory. The role emphasizes quality improvement, teamwork, personal achievement, resource management, and high-quality customer service.

The position is with The Woman’s Hospital of Texas, a women’s and children’s hospital in Houston and part of HCA Houston Healthcare. The hospital describes its care philosophy as “Woman First.”

Requirements

• Graduate of a Surgical Technology program for the Surgical Technologist role.
• Certification in Surgical Technology.
• Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association.

Nice To Haves

• One year of Surgical Technologist experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan for and scrub assigned surgical procedures in accordance with AORN, AST, quality, regulatory, and company standards.
• Participate in the department’s on-call rotation based on departmental needs.
• Operate sterilizers and other patient-care equipment according to manufacturer instructions after proper training.
• Promote hospital processes and goals, and communicate actual or potential issues to the appropriate person in the chain of command.
• Assist with duties such as updating surgeon preference cards, pulling case carts, stocking rooms, turning over the OR, and scheduled supply inventory.
• Strive for high-quality performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and deliver results.
• Set and achieve personal goals to develop career-related skills, knowledge, and abilities, and help others improve their skills.
• Build effective relationships across work groups by treating colleagues with courtesy, respect, and inclusiveness; maintain a positive attitude and take responsibility for assignments.
• Help others facilitate care delivery and promote efficiency and morale.
• Use and manage hospital resources with accountability, discretion, and sound judgment.
• Deliver high-quality service to customers through effective application of ICARE and hospital service principles.
• Complete other activities as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services.
• Paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage, and leaves of absence.
• 401(k) plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay, based on years of service.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support, and financial wellbeing counseling.
• Tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships, and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing.
• Fertility and family-building benefits and adoption assistance.
• Life insurance and supplemental health protection plans.
• Auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection, and consumer discounts.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed