CHCP Surgical Tech New Grad

HCA Healthcare•San Antonio, TX

About The Position

The Surgical Technologist assists with the delivery of quality surgical care by planning for and anticipating surgeon and procedure needs, and coordinating with the circulating perioperative nurse during surgical procedures. The role includes demonstrating competency across major surgical specialty areas; gathering and preparing sterile supplies and equipment; preparing and maintaining the sterile field; and safely and efficiently supplying sterile instruments and supplies to the sterile field. The Surgical Technologist performs routine scrub duties and specifically delegated department duties while consistently following current AORN and regulatory standards and established system policies and procedures. This opportunity is for College of Healthcare Professions (CHCP) Surgical Tech graduates beginning their careers with Methodist Healthcare. Career opportunities are available across eight Methodist Healthcare facilities.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent.
Graduate of a surgical technologist program.
Must maintain one of the following certifications: CST (Certified Surgical Technologist) through NBSTSA, or TS-C (Tech in Surgery, Certified) through NCCT.
Complete initial and ongoing training and competencies defined by the service line, facility, and department/unit for the needs of the patient population served, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Plan for and anticipate surgeon and procedure needs.
Coordinate with the circulating perioperative nurse during surgical procedures.
Demonstrate surgical technology competency across major surgical specialty areas.
Gather and prepare sterile supplies and equipment.
Prepare and maintain the sterile field.
Supply sterile instruments and supplies to the sterile field safely and efficiently.
Perform routine scrub duties and specifically delegated department duties.
Follow current AORN and regulatory standards and established system policies and procedures.

Benefits

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health, and telemedicine benefits.
Free counseling and referral services.
Paid time off and 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 and 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.