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Certified Surgical Tech - PRN
Overview
Surgical Technologists play a crucial role in supporting surgeons and ensuring exceptional patient care and comfort. This fast-paced role demands accuracy, attention to detail, and professionalism. You'll help maintain a sterile environment and assist in procedures to ensure patient safety. If you seek a rewarding career with great work-life balance, consider joining USPI.
- Job Type: Full Time, Part-Time, and PRN
- Travel: No Travel
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Benefits
Providing a comprehensive benefits package is paramount as we not only take care of our communities but also foster an environment of support for one another.
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Work/Life Balance
Most of our ASC's offer daytime schedules, with no weekends and nights, and no call. (Schedules vary at our surgical centers.)
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Learning and Education
Employees have access to thousands of free online courses to further their education at their own schedule.
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Leadership and Executive Development
Whether a clinician is interested in advancing to a leadership position or a business office staff member aspires to be a hospital CFO, various programs are available.
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Coaching and Mentorship
We are committed to devoting energy and attention to grow our team members and create a lasting impact on our care. By coaching, challenging and further developing our best and brightest team members, we foster an environment to build long-term sustainable growth for our organization.
Culture
Our mission is to treat each and every one of our patients, and their families, as if they were our own family member. Each patient, each family, each and every time.
Success Profile
What makes a successful Certified Surgical Tech - PRNat our location? Check out the top traits we’re looking for and see if you have the right mix.
- Adaptable
- Analytical
- Confident
- Flexible
- Independent
- Quick Thinking
Responsibilities
Welcome to Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby Glen
Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby Glen is a fast-paced Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) committed to delivering the highest quality surgical care and exceptional experiences for patients and their families.
Experience with ophthalmology is REQUIRED for this role.
Job Summary
The Certified Surgical Technologist is an integral part of the surgical team, responsible for scrubbing for surgical procedures and maintaining aseptic technique throughout the process. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, this role involves preparing and maintaining surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment, as well as ensuring patient safety and supporting quality improvement initiatives.
Specialties include: Orthopedics, ENT, General Surgery, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Plastics, Podiatry, and Urology.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms for procedures by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and sterile.
- Scrub and assist surgeons during procedures, maintaining a sterile field at all times.
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide instruments and supplies promptly.
- Ensure correct counts of sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after the procedure.
- Care for and handle surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols.
- Assist with patient positioning, draping, and prepping as needed.
- Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines to minimize risks to patients and staff.
- Support and participate in quality improvement activities within the center.
- Communicate effectively with team members, physicians, and patients.
Who We Are
At USPI, we create partnerships that lead to better care. We work with physicians and health systems to deliver first-class ambulatory solutions across the United States, committed to providing surgical services with efficiency and clinical excellence.
We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and respects individual differences. A diverse workforce combined with an inclusive culture makes us stronger and better equipped to meet the needs of our patients and physicians.
Required Skills:
- Proficiency in maintaining sterile technique and handling surgical instruments.
- Ability to anticipate surgeon and team needs during procedures.
- Strong organizational and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
- Knowledge of infection control standards and OR safety protocols.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills.
Required Experience:
- Certified Surgical Technologist credential.
- At least 1 year of ophthalmology/eye procedure experience.
- Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program or 2+ years of experience in the role.
- Prior experience in an ambulatory surgery center environment.
- Familiarity with multiple specialties, including orthopedics, ENT, and GI.
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