Staff Position

Certified Surgical Technologist
Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center
Houston, TX
5x8 hrs

$26-45/hour
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Facility Information
    1:2 Patient ratioShort Term Acute Care1089 bedsOracle Cerner

Pay

Estimated pay
$26-45/hour

Benefits

  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Employee assistance programs
  • 403b retirement plan
  • Health Care FSA
  • Dependent Care FSA
  • School loan reimbursement

Qualifications

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Description

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position is responsible for providing expert 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

Certified Surgical Tech, Elective Services, Days

*Full time; 6:30am-7pm, Monday-Friday (3 shifts/ week, days varied)

*Call required

*CST and BLS required

*5-7+ years of surgical tech experience preferred

*Experience in General, GYN, and Urology preferred

*Elective Services consist of ENT, OMF, Eyes, General Surgery, Gynecology, Urology, Bariatrics and Robotics.

This position is located at Memorial Hermann Texas Medical Center.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program

Licenses/Certifications: 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
  • Supports goals of unit and facilitates unit operations by serving as a resource specialist for an assigned operating room area/specialty service.
  • Demonstrates knowledge of aseptic technique, advanced surgical techniques and practice of patient care techniques for all clients undergoing elective and emergency situations; performs duties in an expert manner according to the age/needs of the patient/population served.
  • 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, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor, and resource to less experienced staff; provides orientation and in-service training to department personnel.
  • 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.
Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID #10276_70222010. Posted job title: certified surgical technologist, elective services, 6:30am-7pm

Facility

Memorial Hermann - Texas Medical Center

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  • 1:2 Patient ratioVerified by 89 Vivian users
  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 1089 beds
  • Oracle Cerner
ADDRESS6411 Fannin StHouston, TX 77030
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Employer

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About
Company Overview:Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,100 affiliated physicians and 29,000 employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all.
*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.
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Staff jobs$19–62/hour
Local contracts$19–62/hour
Per Diem / PRN roles$19–62/hour
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