TMS0019_Surgical Technologist

Surgical Technologist Townsen Memorial Hospital Surgery – The Woodlands, TX, United States. About this position Surgical Technologist The Surgical Technologist is responsible for scrubbing in and assisting the physician for all cases. After completion of each case, the surgical technologist will be on standby for sterile technician needs which includes the following aspects of sterile processing: decontamination, preparation, packaging, sterilization, and sterile storage while adhering to department policies and procedures. Essential Functions Works with specialty surgical instrumentation, troubleshoots problems, and repairs Assimilates and communicates information received from various sources accurately, timely, and effectively Reviews instrumentation needs, manages inventory, and maintains stock operating par levels for stored instrumentation and emergency carts Identifies and follows manufacturers instructions to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse, and disinfect instrumentation, flexible scopes, and equipment Utilizes count sheets consistently to correctly assemble, protect, wrap, containerize, peel‑pack, and label instrumentations Prepares carts from pick lists and delivers instrumentation as needed to the operating room Makes rounds through the operating rooms consistently to confirm instrumentation needs are met Facilitates room turnovers, adheres to proper handling of garbage, linen, and biohazardous materials Follows manufacturers recommendations for sterilization methods and selects appropriate methods Documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological tests properly to determine the efficacy of the sterilization process Records utilization of instrumentation proficiency in tracking system Handles sterile products and ensures stock is placed in the proper location Identifies and inspects instruments for cleanliness and functionality Assembles and prepares instrumentation for sterilization Organizes workflow, problem‑solves, and manages multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision Participates in staff and self‑development meetings/services and provides guidance and training to other staff as needed Protects patient and family privacy rights and maintains confidentiality of patient records Maintains awareness of safety hazards and keeps a clean and orderly work area Maintains professional competence and certifications Performs other related duties as assigned Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of medical terminology Strong knowledge of sterile technique related to operating room preparation and procedures Proficiency in medical and surgical technology Strong knowledge of operating equipment and supplies Leadership skills Education and Experience High school diploma or GED Formal education in surgical technology Current Surgical Technologist Certification from an accredited program or completed an appropriate training program for surgical technology in the U.S. Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, Coast Guard, or U.S. Public Health Service Basic Life Support (BLS) certified MUST complete additional educational requirements as assigned by due dates Annual employee health requirement as established by the facility (e.g., PPD annual testing) Compensation Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data. Additional Information Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening. #J-18808-Ljbffr