Surgical Technologist - Labor & Delivery CLC

UTMB Health • Webster, 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 technologist assists with surgical operations to support the safe and effective conduct of invasive procedures. The role helps maintain a safe operating room environment, ensure equipment functions properly, and maximize patient safety throughout the procedure.

Requirements

• High school graduate or GED.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Current certification as a Surgical Technologist, or obtain certification within 6 months of employment; alternatively, employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, or 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 certification.

Responsibilities

• Check supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
• Scrub in the prescribed manner and don a sterile gown and gloves.
• Gown and glove surgeons 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.
• Prepare the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
• Follow processes that promote operating suite efficiency, including First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
• Support new programs and update 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, and maintain a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
• Put others’ needs first through accountability, compassion, integrity, and respect.
• Function as an independent and supportive team member.
• Adhere to internal controls and reporting structure; perform related duties as required.

What This Job Offers

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