Surgical Technician 2 - PRN

Methodist Health System•Dallas, TX

8d•Onsite

About The Position

In this technical, fast-paced role, the Surgical Technician II collaborates with multidisciplinary team members to provide high-quality patient care. The technician understands the procedure being performed, ensures equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available, communicates the surgeon’s needs, and handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment needed during surgery. The role also participates in setting up and turning over the operating room for cases. The position is with Methodist Dallas Medical Center, a 595-bed acute care teaching and referral hospital and the flagship hospital of Methodist Health System. The hospital is home to an adult Level I Trauma Center and a Certified Comprehensive Stroke Center in southern Dallas, along with the Linda and Mitch Hart Breast Center. It describes its workforce as diverse and reflective of the communities it serves.

Requirements

High school diploma and/or GED equivalent.
Comply with Texas House Bill #643.
At least one year of prior experience and must have worked as a Surgical Technologist before 09/01/2009 if not a graduate of a Surgical Technology program.

Nice To Haves

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist program, military trained, or an associate degree in Surgical Technology.

Responsibilities

Ensure equipment, instrumentation, and supplies are available for surgical cases.
Articulate the needs of the surgeon.
Handle the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during surgical procedures.
Participate in setting up and turning over the operating room for cases.
Communicate clearly and openly.
Build relationships to promote a collaborative environment.
Be accountable for performance.
Look for ways to improve the patient experience.
Take initiative for professional growth.
Be engaged and eager to build a winning team.