Surgical Services - Tech | Surgical | Certified (CST)

Surgical Technologist, Days & NightsRS Healthcare is seeking a Surgical Technologist to join our team at a prestigious hospital in Houston, Texas. Salary Range: $54,300 - $83,300 Per Year Sign On Bonus: Up to $10,000The position is responsible for providing expert perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. Position functions as a scrub assistant to the physician performing operative and/or invasive procedures.

Works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and as outlined in the Surgical Technologist Skills Inventory; uses knowledge/expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Two (2) years of experience as a surgical technologist and/or has demonstrated competency in two (2) or more specialty areasDemonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts; demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.Demonstrates commitment to the Partners-in-Caring process by integrating our culture in all internal and external customer interactions; delivers on our brand promise of "we advance health" through innovation, accountability, empowerment, collaboration, compassion, and results while ensuring one Memorial Hermann.Principal Accountabilities:Demonstrates knowledge and practice of perioperative patient care concepts; demonstrates the ability to perform independently as first scrub in assigned specialty areas.Provides support for readiness and flow of cases to facilitate overall functioning of the unit, performing assigned duties as needed.Verifies functioning and adequate availability of supplies/instruments/equipment prior to the surgical procedure as indicated by the surgeon's preference card and other available resources; demonstrates the application of the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner that provides for optimal patient care in the OR.Ensures safe care to patients adhering to policies, procedures, and standards of care, within budgetary specifications, including time/supply management and accuracy of practice.Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education, skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as a resource to less experienced staff; demonstrates commitment to preparation for acquiring certification.Other duties as assigned.Minimum Qualifications:Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist ProgramLicense/Certification: Certified in Basic Life Support and current Certification as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)Available Units: Operating Room – CV Operating Room - Pedi CVBenefits: Benefits start day one. Medical, Dental and Vision, and Paid Time Off (PTO). Retirement plan-403 B plan with Fidelity and we match you up to 6% at 100%.

We also offer Tuition Reimbursement and Student Loan Repayment.