Surgical Technologist CV

Introduction

Are you passionate about the patient experience? At HCA Healthcare, we are committed to caring for patients with purpose and integrity. We care like family! Jump-start your career as a Surgical Technologist CV today with Methodist Hospital.

Benefits

Methodist Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing
  
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service)
  
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock
  
• Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
  
• Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more
  
• Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts
  
• Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships
  
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships)
  
• Colleague recognition program
  
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence)
  
• Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.
  

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

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Job Summary and Qualifications

General Statement of Duties:

The Surgical Technologistis responsible forassistingwith the delivery of qualitysurgicalcare throughplanning andanticipatingthe surgeon/procedure needs and coordinatingwith the circulating perioperative nurse during surgical procedures. Demonstratescompetency in surgical technologyto include allmajor surgical specialty areas;includesgathering and preparingsterile supplies, equipment, preparing/maintainingthe sterile field andassistingthe surgeon by supplyingsterile instruments/supplies tothe sterile field in a safe and efficient manner. Performsroutine scrubroleaswellspecifically delegated department duties. Consistentlyfollowscurrent AORNand regulatorystandards and established policies and procedures of the System.

Minimum Education, Experience,Training,RequiredKnowledge, Skill, Abilities and Other Job-Related Characteristics:

1. Education:

• High School graduate or GED equivalentrequired.
• Graduate of asurgicaltechnologistprogramORhires prior to 9/1/2009 may substitute with1-yearexperience in ahospital setting as a surgical technologist.

2. Experience:Nonerequired(unless used in lieu of education asstatedabove).

3. Employee completes initial and ongoing trainingand competenciesas defined by service line, facility and department/unit which are specific to the needs of the patient population served (if applicable).

MinimumLicense, Certificates, or Registrations Required:

1. NON-CERTIFIED:No license, certificate or registrationsrequiredfor the Sterile Processing Department

All otherdepartmentsno license, certificate or registrationrequiredif they meet thebelow provision:Per Texas HB 643, surgical technologistsenteringpractice after09/01/2009 must have andmaintaina surgical technologist certification.Individuals that performed in a surgical technologist position prior to 09/01/2009 are not required to obtain a surgical technologist certification.

2. CERTIFIED:Must have andmaintainONEof the following:

• CST–Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board for Surgical Technologyand SurgicalAssisting (NBSTSA)(formally the Liaison Council on Certification for the SurgicalTechnologist)OR
• TS-C-Tech in Surgery, Certified through the National Center for Competency Testing(NCCT) 

Essential Job Functions: 

• Plansfor and obtainsthe equipment and suppliesneededfor assigned procedures according to physicians' preference and specific patient needs.

• Prepares equipment and supplies according to manufacturer's recommendations and specifications forusesduring surgical procedures.Opens sterile packs,instrumentsand supplies for each procedure according toestablishedaseptic techniques and protocols.

• Monitors sterile field during procedure andtakes appropriate measurestoinsureintegrity of sterile field and maintenance of sterile techniques. Initiates corrective action for any break in technique.

• Prepares medications and solutions for use during procedures under the direction of the Registered Nurse, according to physician’s orders.

• Maintains accountability for instruments,spongesand sharps, according to hospital policy throughout the surgical procedure to ensure that no foreign objects areretainedin the surgical wound. Takesappropriate actionif item count is not correct and informs theappropriate staff.
• Consistentlyfollowssafety procedures and protocols for Timeout and when handling sharp instruments, powered equipment, hazardouschemicalsand lasers.
• Performs high-level disinfection using established policies and procedures asrequired.

Additional Job Functions:

• May handle, pick up, deliver and/or stock non-controlled medications as directed by a licensed team member.

• Maintains anefficientcontrolled O.R. environment by processing and re-stocking supplies and equipment.

• Ensures the integrity and safety of the specimen prior topathologyprocedures.Collects and labels specimens for diagnostic lab per hospital policy and procedure.

• Assistswith providing care for thepatientboth pre-, intra, and post specialized procedure.Will aid with transporting and positioning patient on the operating bed, specific to operative procedure, type of anesthetics to be used, and use of protective devices asindicated.

• Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.

• Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules; must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times; must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors; must befamiliar with all safety features of equipment, tools and materials encompassed by job duties; and must check with supervisors (prior to job performance) if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any function.

• Adheres to the MHS Codeof Conduct anddemonstratesethical behavior as expected by our patients,colleaguesand the community.Understands the personal obligation to report any activity thatappears to violateapplicable laws,rulesregulations or the Code of Conduct itself.

• Completes other duties as assigned.

Methodist Hospital opened in 1963 as the first hospital in the now internationally acclaimed South Texas Medical Center. With over 900 beds, Methodist Hospital offers a broad range of specialties including cardiology, oncology, bone marrow transplants, emergency medicine, neurosciences, maternity care, gynecology and orthopedics. We are proud to be the largest provider of the lifesaving ECMO Program in San Antonio, are home to the largest robotics program in the world, and our Adult Blood Cancer and Stem Cell Transplant unit has become the first program to receive FACT Accreditation in North America.

As the flagship hospital, and most comprehensive medical care facility of Methodist Healthcare, we appreciate the support and recognition we receive from the community. We’ve recently been named the No.1 Best Regional Hospital by the U.S. News and World Report for 2019-20. We pride ourselves on providing the highest quality of care possible for our patients, which is proven by our consecutive Grade A Leapfrog Hospital Safety scores. In addition, Methodist Hospital not only received a Primary Stroke Center designation from The Joint Commission, but has also received a Comprehensive Stroke Center Certification from DNV GL Healthcare, designating the facility as offering the most advanced stroke treatment available in a given geographic area. For more information, please visit our website at and select Methodist Hospital under Locations.

"The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical Technologist CV opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

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