Certified Surgical Technologist (CST Specialist) - Endovascular

Certified Surgical Technician (CST Specialist) – Endovascular Work location: Texas Health Plano, 6200 West Parker Road, Plano, TX 75093 Work hours: Full Time; Days; 40 hrs/week; Monday-Friday – 6:30 AM – 3:00 PM Surgery Department Highlights Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team The opportunity to work with a diverse patient population The potential for high job satisfaction and a sense of accomplishment from making a difference in patients’ lives Work/Life balance as well as opportunities for educational and professional growth Here’s What You Need High School Diploma or equivalent and was employee to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009, required Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, vocational nurse program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology required 2 years of experience in a surgical service specialty (robotics, cardiovascular/hearts, orthopedic, neurology) with a minimum of 150 cases performed in that specialty required. Endovascular experience preferred CST – Certified Surgical Technologist / CST (NBSTSA) or TS-C (NCCT) upon hire required Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN) upon hire required Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly upon hire required Excellent interpersonal and communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally across disciplines; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships; a high degree of confidentiality, ability to function in a fast‑paced environment, handle multiple demands, and respond to rapidly changing priorities; service orientation and demonstrated ability to respond to the needs and emotions of people under stress What You Will Do Preoperatively assist R.N. circulator in formulating a plan of care Prepare and organize the operating room Assist in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes infants, pediatrics, adults, and geriatrics Assist as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively Assume responsibility and accountability for behavior to maintain standards for professional nursing practice Post-operatively follow proper procedures for the care of instruments, supplies, and equipment Under supervision, assist RN circulators with post-operative duties Additional perks of being a Texas Health Employee Benefits include 401(k), PTO, medical, dental, paid parental leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs, and several other benefits Delivery of high-quality patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice Strong Unit Based Council (UBC) A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth #J-18808-Ljbffr