29 Jun
CST Certified Surgical Tech PRN
Texas, Marblefalls 00000 Marblefalls USA

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JOB SUMMARYThe Surgical Technician 2 functions in the inter operative phase of patient care to expedite surgical procedures, under the direction and supervision of a Registered Nurse. This position assists the surgical team through the use of equipment and instrumentation to ensure that the operating room environment is safe and that required equipment is available and functioning properly. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE ROLESets up the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules; arranges sterile set up of instrument table supplies and equipment required for specific procedure.Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies during surgical procedures. Prepares the operative site by aseptically cleaning and shaving. Cleans the operating room following each case and returns equipment to appropriate storage areas. Ensures the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, maintenance and preparation of surgical instruments, equipment and supplies for distribution.Assists the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient. Maintains inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments and supplies in accordance with established policies and procedures and regulatory standards. Collaborates and maintains control of maintenance of inventory; orders supplies, documents equipment use and cart supplies, and maintains applicable records and files.Follows infection control policies, Association of perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) recommendation practices, Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines, and other regulatory requirements in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers and patients.KEY SUCCESS FACTORSKnowledge of infection prevention and regulatory sterilization standards. Knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures and implementation tools and technologies to assist surgeons with invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with surgical and central sterile processing team members.Occasional exposure to chemical and radiation hazardLocation: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center, Marble Falls TXDept: ORShift: PRN DaysBENEFITSOur competitive benefits package includes the following- Immediate eligibility for health and welfare benefits- 401(k) savings plan with dollar-for-dollar match up to 5%- Tuition Reimbursement- PTO accrual beginning Day 1 Note: Benefits may vary based upon position type and/or levelQUALIFICATIONS- EDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program- EXPERIENCE - 1 Year of Experience- CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Cert Surgical Technolgst (CST) Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviors that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products.We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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