Certified Surgical Technologist

## Surgical Technologist (CST) or First Assistant (CSFA)Applylocations: Corpus Christi, TXtime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: JR111028# ****Where compassion meets innovation and technology and our employees are family.*****Thank you for your interest in joining our team! Please review the job information below.***Shift / Hours:**Monday - Thursday, 8:30pm - 7:00am**General Purpose of Job:**The surgical first assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In Addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care.**Essential Duties and Responsibilities:**To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge. skill. and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive: employees will perform other reasonably related business duties as assigned by the immediate supervisor and/or hospital administration as required* Maintains utmost level of confidentiality at all times.* Adheres to hospital policies and procedures.* Demonstrates business practices and personal actions that are ethical and adhere to corporate compliance and integrity guidelines.* Communicates in a manner that encourages a positive work environment* Takes problems to appropriate person for help with resolution* Refrains from negative talk and gossip* Works together to promote teamwork* Demonstrates competency in first assist scrub-First* First assist in surgical procedures by providing wound exposure, homeostasis, suturing, and handling* tissue appropriately to reduce the potential for injury under the direction of the surgeon.* Provide skillful use of the surgical instruments in consistence with the purpose they were designed.* Applies knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedures.* Assists with positioning, prepping and draping according to procedure, patient size and surgeons preference.* Maintains a safe environment for the patient, physician and staff at sterile field, as well as throughout the OR.* Sets up room appropriately for procedure* Takes into account size of patient in selection of supplies, equipment* Breaks down room after procedure utilizing standard precautions* Assists surgical team before, during and after surgical intervention, including cleanup and getting patients when needed.* Assists in maintenance, care and cleanliness of department, supplies, equipment, and instruments.* Handles instruments, equipment in a manner that minimizes breakage, damage* Reports damage, breakage and removes item from usage.* Transports instruments back to decontamination in closed carts following cases.* Is knowledgeable of process improvement activities in unit and assists as requested* Participates in staff meeting on a routine basis* Utilizes self-directed learning activities to maintain competency and above.**Education and/or Experience:*** Successful completion of accredited Surgical Technology First Assist Program or equivalent* High school diploma or general education degree (GED)* Pediatric scrub tech experience preferred**Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:*** Completion of an approved Surgical Technician First Assistant Program (CSFA)* Credentialed as a certified Surgical Assistant Certified as a Certified Surgical Technician (CST) CPR certified.### About UsUntil all children are well.Driscoll Children’s Hospital and its specialty centers, urgent care centers, and after-hours facility serve a vast area covering 31 South Texas counties. The hospital is a 191-bed tertiary care center offering 32 medical and 13 surgical specialties. Combined with our non-profit, community-based Health Plan, Driscoll Health System is an exceptional workplace for anyone with a big heart and a drive for success.Smiles, hugs and a soothing touch are as much a part of Driscoll’s approach to treating children as is its advanced medical treatments and technologies. The core values at Driscoll Heath System are: Compassion, Advocacy, Respect, Excellence, and Stewardship. These values are exemplified through every position - from treating the most critical patients hands-on, to maintaining a clean environment, to keeping the organization running from behind the scenes.We invite you to learn about Driscoll’s rich history and explore the laidback lifestyle South Texas has to offer. #J-18808-Ljbffr