Certified Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
Cypress, TX
5x8 hrs
$26-45/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care81 bedsOracle Cerner
Pay
Benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Employee assistance programs
- 403b retirement plan
- Health Care FSA
- Dependent Care FSA
- School loan reimbursement
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (1 year)
- Eligible to work in US
- Certified Surgical Technologist - NCCT or CST-NBSTSA or Basic Life Support
Description
Job Summary
Certified Surgical Technologist, Main OR, Days
*Full time; 6:30am-3pm, Monday-Friday
*Call required
*CST and BLS required (American Heart Association)
*3-5+ years of Ortho experience preferred
*1+ year of Hospital experience required
This position is located at Memorial Hermann Cypress.
Position responsible for providing proficient perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. Position functions as a scrub assistant to the physician performing operative and/or invasive procedures. Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and as outlined in the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory; uses knowledge/expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff.
Position must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles.Job Description
Minimum Qualifications
Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program
License/Certification: Certified in Basic Life Support and current Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Experience / Knowledge / Skills:
- New Grad
- Surg Tech I =1 year
- Surg Tech II = 2-4 years
- Surg Tech III = 5+ years
Principal Accountabilities
- Demonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts; demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.
- Provides support for readiness and flow of cases to facilitate overall functioning of the unit, performing assigned duties as needed.
- Verifies functioning and adequate availability of supplies/instruments/equipment prior to the surgical procedure as indicated by the surgeon's preference card and other available resources; demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.
- Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service.
- Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff.
- Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann's service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues.
- Other duties as assigned.
Facility
Memorial Hermann Cypress Hospital
- Short Term Acute Care
- 81 beds
- Oracle Cerner
Employer
Memorial Hermann Health System
*Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy.
Our MissionMemorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health.
Our VisionTo create healthier communities, now and for generations to come.
Our ValuesCommunity: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner.Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect.Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions.Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community.
Cypress, TX
About
Located near the Gulf of Mexico, Houston, Texas, is the fourth most populous city in the United States. It offers a fantastic mix of diverse cultures and opportunities, making it one of the most popular destinations in the country. NASA’s famous Johnson Space Center Mission Control is on the city's outskirts. Downtown Houston is home to Minute Maid Park (the home of Major League Baseball's Astros) and the pedestrian-friendly Discovery Green Park. Near Minute Maid Park is Avenida de las Americas ("America's Way"), a pedestrian promenade lined with hotels and plazas hosting many annual festivals, including the famous Bayou City Art Festival. Its proximity to the Mexican border provides the ingredients for a unique Latin fusion culture and Mexican food beyond compare.
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