CVOR Surgical Technologist
Houston, TX, United States
(Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted) Cardiac Technologists/Technicians - Surgical Technologist opportunity in Houston, TX
Full-time position
Shifts: hours vary
• Five 8-hr shifts,
• Four 10-hr shifts
• Three 12-hour shifts
Sign on Bonus - Up to $10,000
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.
Minimum Qualifications
• Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program
• License|Certification: Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS)
• 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:
• One (1) year of experience as a surgical technologist
• Demonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts; demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.
• Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of “we advance health” through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion and results.
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 adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time|supply management and accuracy of practice.
• 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 a resource to less experienced staff; demonstrates commitment to preparation for acquiring certification.
• Other duties as assigned.
Competitive compensation and benefits package including sign on bonus
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