Surgical Technologist - Galveston

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB)•Galveston, TX

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About The Position

The Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patients before, during, and after surgical interventions. Under the supervision of surgeons and registered nurses, the role assists in surgical operations to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive procedures. The Surgical Technologist helps maintain a safe operating-room environment, ensures equipment functions properly, and supports procedures under conditions that maximize patient safety.

Requirements

Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
Current certification as a Surgical Technologist, or obtain the certification within six months of employment; alternatively, have been employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, or have completed an appropriate surgical technology training program in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service.
Basic Life Support.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience as a surgical technologist.

Responsibilities

Check supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
Scrub in the prescribed manner and don a sterile gown and gloves.
Gown and glove the surgeon and assistants.
Perform sponge, needle, and instrument counts.
Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, and draping.
Pass required instruments to the surgeon during surgery.
Maintain the highest standard of sterile technique during procedures.
Assist with postoperative dressings.
Assist the circulator or scrub person across specialties.
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
Maintain tray inventory after each surgical case.
Help transfer patients to and from the operating table and stretcher.
Help prepare the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
Follow processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency, including First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
Support new programs and provide updates to surgeon preference cards.
Assist in training students and new employees.
Identify learning needs for self and others, set challenging and realistic goals, and develop learning opportunities to meet those goals.
Demonstrate compassion and understanding, maintain a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor, and prioritize others through accountability, compassion, integrity, and respect.
Function as an independent and supportive team member.