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HCSS Certified Surgical Technologist

JOB SUMMARY:

 

The Certified Surgical Technologist performs direct and indirect technical tasks for patient before, during and after surgical interventions. The primary function of this position is the scrub person role.
MAJOR DUTIES / CRITICAL TASKS:

Contributes to the successful operations of UTMB HealthCare Systems Staffing.
Assists with preparation of the operating suite including selection and checking of supplies, equipment, and operating room and operating table.
Provides scrub service for procedures as designated by department.
Assists with application of dressings, casts, and splints.
Assists with transfer of patient to and from operating table.
Prepares operating room for next procedures.
Transports specimens.
Second Assistant duties.
Provides technical and supportive patient care functions including age appropriate care as defined by department.
Respects and supports patient/family rights.
Practices positive guest and peer relations.
Participates in and supports quality improvement activities.
Demonstrates acceptable productivity and practices cost containment.
Functions as an interdependent and supportive team member.
Accepts responsibility for own growth/development.
Adheres to internal controls established for department.
Performs other related duties as required.
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:



Requires the ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
REQUIRED EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE/:



High School diploma or equivalent.
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
Current Certification as a Surgical Technologist
Two years of hospital or surgical center experience
EQUIPMENT:



· Standard operating room equipment and surgical instruments.
WORKING ENVIRONMENT:

May be exposed to such occupational hazards as communicable diseases, bloodborne pathogens, ionizing &amp; non-ionizing radiation, hazardous medications and disoriented or combative patients or others.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, hand/ finger dexterity, and type on a computer keyboard. Specific vision abilities required by this job include regularly working on a Visual Display Terminal (VDT), close vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus. Includes intermittent physical activity such as bending, reaching and lifting up to 10 pounds.
The employee is regularly required to talk or hear.
Noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
Employee may travel by automobile and is exposed to changing weather conditions and various city and residential environments.
Intermittent physical activity including bending, reaching and prolonged periods of sitting.
Incumbent will be exposed to virus, disease and infection from patients and specimens in working environment.
Incumbent will be required to work at any facility and be responsible for own transportation.
Incumbent will be scheduled based on operational need. (rotate shifts, standby, AA, on-call)
Incumbent may be required to work extended periods of time at a video display terminal (VDT).
Incumbent may experience traumatic situations including psychiatric, dismembered and deceased patients.
OTHER:
Specific job requirements or physical location of some positions allocated to this classification, may render this position security sensitive, and thereby subject to the provisions of Section 51.215, Texas Education Code.
Compensation
Hiring Range: 39.00

TRA Certified Surgical Technician

The  Certified Surgical Technician  is responsible for aseptic technique in OR, setting up the required equipment, instrumentation and sterile supplies as needed for their assigned cases; scrubbing and passing instruments and equipment during surgical procedures; pulling cases as needed, breaking down cases at the end of the procedure, sets up operating room and supplies needed for day/following day’s schedule. Responsible for ensuring appropriate equipment is available, reviewing permit to confirm procedure, assist in moving and positioning patient, providing assistance throughout the procedure in a variety of surgical techniques. Available for call on an assigned/ scheduled basis as required by unit need. Perform other duties as assigned.

Minimum education
Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program. 

Preferred Education 
Associates Degree
Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.

Minimum Experience
3 years scurb and/or assisting experience.

Preferred Experience
5 years as surgical technician.
Required Certification/Licensure
Certification as a Surgical Technologist
CPR-Basic Life Support – American Heart Association 
Must be currently licensed, certified or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.
Preferred Certifications/Registration
Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Seasonal Certified Surgical Tech Operating Room Nights Summary 
The Operating Room Surgical Technician assists with surgical instruments in the OR based on procedure performed, standards, guidelines, and policies set for the unit. The Surgical Technician / Surgical Tech functions under the guidance of the Registered Nurse and surgeon. Education 
HS diploma, Graduate of approved surgical tech school, unless LPN with a minimum of 2 years surgical experience Experience 
Preferred experience in OR or SPD but not required Certifications/Licenses 
Required: 
 
<ul> 
 <li>LPN if not a Graduate of approved Surgical Tech School</li> 
 <li>Required: American Heart Association BLS</li> 
</ul> 
Candidates in unit have priority based on unit seniority 
#LI-MQ1 
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Seasonal Certified Surgical Tech Operating Room Nights Summary 
The Operating Room Surgical Technician assists with surgical instruments in the OR based on procedure performed, standards, guidelines, and policies set for the unit. The Surgical Technician / Surgical Tech functions under the guidance of the Registered Nurse and surgeon. Education 
HS diploma, Graduate of approved surgical tech school, unless LPN with a minimum of 2 years surgical experience Experience 
Preferred experience in OR or SPD but not required Certifications/Licenses 
Required: 
 
<ul> 
 <li>LPN if not a Graduate of approved Surgical Tech School</li> 
 <li>Required: American Heart Association BLS</li> 
</ul> 
Candidates in unit have priority based on unit seniority 
#LI-MQ1 
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

Seasonal Certified Surgical Tech Operating Room Days Summary 
The Operating Room Surgical Technician assists with surgical instruments in the OR based on procedure performed, standards, guidelines, and policies set for the unit. The Surgical Technician / Surgical Tech functions under the guidance of the Registered Nurse and surgeon. Education 
HS diploma, Graduate of approved surgical tech school, unless LPN with a minimum of 2 years surgical experience Experience 
Preferred experience in OR or SPD but not required Certifications/Licenses 
Required: 
 
<ul> 
 <li>LPN if not a Graduate of approved Surgical Tech School</li> 
 <li>Required: American Heart Association BLS</li> 
</ul> 
Candidates in unit have priority based on unit seniority 
#LI-MQ1 
Tenet complies with federal, state, and/or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce. If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date. If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law. Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.

The Certified Surgical Technologist is responsible for performing a variety of duties in the operating room area to assist the surgical team, such as scrubbing on all types of orthopedic surgical procedures, preparing equipment and sterile instruments for use, and maintaining a clean and safe environment.    Prepare sterile setup with instruments, supplies, equipment, and solutions/medications for cases as needed and assists surgeons in all types of procedures as required. INTENT TO HIRE
·        Performs appropriate counts as established by policy and procedure.
·        Reviews surgeon preference cards.
·        Maintains aseptic environment for patients.
·        Maintains clean, safe, and functional operation room environment and equipment.
·        Assists professional personnel in the control of supplies and medications.
·        Ensures proper care and maintenance of all surgical instrumentation and equipment used.

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