Surgical Tech Opportunity!Texas - North-Dallas/Ft. Worth-Medical Center of Plano
The Surgical Technologist performs a variety of technical duties to assist in preparing and caring for pre-operative patients. The tasks and responsibilities include:-Assembles supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.-Prepares sterile instrument table.-Prepares patient skin for surgery in accordance with hospital standards.-Maintains aseptic techniques and actively monitors situations which could lead to breaches in aseptic technique.-Provides comfort and support for pre-operative patients.-Transports patients to and from surgical suite.-Positions patient according to type of surgery.-Assists the surgical team in surgical procedures which may include passing instruments, sponges and sutures.-Maintains work area.-Gathers equipment for cleaning and sterilization.-Assists in the monitoring of the patient through the procedure.-Provides age and culturally appropriate care.-Orients and mentors new staff members.-Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required. Job Qualifications include:-High School Diploma or equivalent.-Graduate of a formal surgical technologist program or equivalent training.-Minimum one year recent hospital O.R. experience and neurosurgery and orthopedic experience required.-Certification as a Surgical Technologist preferred.-Detail-oriented with ability to sustain concentration over long periods of time.-Customer service abilities including effective listening skills.-Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/or equipment up to 50 pounds-FT - Evenings - 3p-11p