Surgical Technologist

Fresenius Medical Care • Houston, TX

8d • Onsite

About The Position

This is a full-time Surgical Technologist position at a surgery center in Houston, Texas. The center is open Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. New graduates will be considered. Under the direct supervision of the Facility Manager or Chief Radiology Technologist, the Surgical Technologist performs scrub and circulating duties during interventional procedures and supports preparation, maintenance, stocking, and cleanup of the procedure room. The role follows company policies and procedures, applicable state and federal regulations, and the organization’s compliance and quality programs.

The position also supports patient care, physicians, and facility staff; helps maintain medical records and supplies; and contributes to safe, clean facility operations and regulatory readiness. The work environment is a healthcare facility with controlled air temperature and moderate noise. The employee interacts with patients, staff, and physicians and may be exposed to infectious or contagious diseases and materials.

Requirements

• High school diploma.
• Surgical Technologist certification as required by state regulation.
• All applicable state licensure, certification, education, and training required for the role.
• One to two years of related experience.
• Working knowledge of interventional equipment, including C-Arm and ultrasound equipment, procedures, and the materials and supplies needed for each procedure.
• Knowledge of sterile techniques.
• Knowledge of universal precautions and personal protective devices used when operating radiology systems.
• Successful completion of BLS certification.
• Ability to lift, push, and pull up to 50 pounds.
• Ability to stand in a protective apron for 45 to 60 minutes.

Nice To Haves

• Previous patient care experience.
• Experience with special procedures utilizing a C-Arm.

Responsibilities

• Set up and maintain the procedure room in accordance with company policies, procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.
• Stock the procedure room and procedure trays with required supplies and interventional equipment before procedures.
• Clean the procedure room, equipment, and machinery after procedures.
• Assist in preparing patients for procedures, including positioning, shaving, and prepping.
• Perform additional tasks designated by the physician while complying with state regulations.
• Prepare and administer medications within the scope of practice and state regulations.
• Transfer and position patients and transport them to and from the procedure room.
• Assist physicians as a scrub assistant during interventional procedures under fluoroscopy while maintaining sterile technique.
• Draw up intravenous medications and label them according to medication labeling policies and sterile-field competency requirements.
• Perform circulating duties in the procedure room.
• Follow HIPAA policies and standards for patient confidentiality.
• Maintain clean, sanitary, safe, and orderly facility areas and help preserve environmental integrity and aesthetics.
• Inspect facility equipment and instruments before and after procedures to ensure they are in proper working condition.
• Perform minor equipment repairs and general upkeep when needed, communicate problems to a supervisor, and document issues in the communications log.
• Assist with disposal of hazardous waste materials, dirty linen, and rugs.
• Assist with sterilizing and packaging surgical instruments when needed.
• Prepare, organize, and use supplies and equipment efficiently to prevent waste.
• Support quality standards, regulatory requirements, continuous quality improvement activities, and facility-specific quality action plans.
• Maintain the integrity of medical records and other administrative and operational records.
• Comply with data collection and auditing activities.
• Coordinate with physicians and staff to ensure necessary instruments and equipment are available.
• Print images and send them to physicians when needed.
• Assist with training and orienting new employees on medical equipment when needed.
• File paperwork in patient files according to policies and procedures.
• Assist with inventory, supply ordering, and restocking.
• Process x-ray images after acquisition when needed.
• Archive patient images to CD or DVD when needed to comply with medical-record policies and state regulations.
• Participate in facility regulatory and accreditation surveys and help address identified deficiencies.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Quarterly bonus opportunities.
• Medical insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Prescription coverage.
• Vision insurance.
• Paid maternity leave.
• Paid paternity leave.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Paid time off.
• Tuition assistance.
• Life insurance.
• Long-term disability coverage.
• Short-term disability coverage.
• Flexible spending accounts for healthcare, dependent care, and commuter expenses.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED