Surgical Technician III

OverviewSt. Lukes Health–Sugar Land Hospital offers the latest technology and treatments for residents of Fort Bend County and Southwest Houston. Our services range from heart care and neuroscience to robotic surgery. Our recently opened Family Birthing Center offers incomparable care and amenities in a spa-like environment to provide a VIP—Very Important Pregnancy—experience. Since 2008 our experienced doctors nurses and support staff have provided expert care to support our community.ResponsibilitiesPossesses superior knowledge of the various surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation in at least threeor more specialties; Develops, organizes and Delivers continuing education topics as needed by the unit, serving as aliaison to Instrument Techs assigned to the section, and assures equipment is cleaned and maintained as required.

Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice in the first scrub role

Understands supply costs and independently Works with team to assure that quality of care is maintained while cost

containment is considered

Demonstrates superior knowledge of the varied surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation. Assures

appropriate equipment and supplies are available for each procedure

Assists in communication with Biomedical Services on the status of equipment needing repair or maintenance

Educates staff in the care of instrumentation and equipment

QualificationsRequired:High School Diploma/GEDCertified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical FirstAssistant (CST/CSFA) required as of September 1, 2010 or"grandfathered" employees or LVNBCLS for some locationsThree (3) years of experienceAble to work in at least 3 different specialty areas.Pay Range$27.77 - $40.27 /hourWe are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.