Surgical Tech Full-time
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Certified Surgical Technologist, CST (Full-time, Days) - Surgery

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Certified Surgical Technologist, CST (Full Time-Days) – Surgery

Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together

Work location: Texas Health Allen, 1105 Central Expwy North TX 75013

Work hours: Full Time- 40 hours; Monday-Friday 11:00am-7:00pm with on-call requirements

Surgery Highlights

  • Texas Health Allen has 7 Operating Suites, 1 GI, 1 Cysto
  • A range of specialty service lines providing XI robotic procedures that include General, Urology & GYN, Open General, and GYN procedures, Cysto Suite, Orthopedics specializing in MAKO joint replacements, and Sports Medicine and Plastic Surgery
  • Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging
  • The professional nurse exhibits an understanding of basic human needs.
  • Demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient’s affiliations

Here’s What You Need

  • H.S. Diploma or Equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 required OR
  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, Vocational Nurse Program, or completion of a military training program in surgical technology required upon hire OR
  • Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program, Vocational Nurse Program, or completion of a military training program in surgical technology preferred
  • DV5 Robot, Ortho, Spine and experience strongly preferred.
  • 1 year of current operating room experience strongly preferred
  • CST – Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA or TS-C NCCT) and graduate of an accredited surgical tech program required upon hire OR
  • CST – Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA or TS-C NCCT) and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 required upon hire OR
  • CST – Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA or TS-C NCCT) and completion of a military training program in surgical technology required upon hire
  • LVN – Licensed Vocational Nurse required upon hire
  • BCLS – Basic Cardiac Life Support required prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly

What You Will Do

  • Assist Assists in providing peri-operative care for a patient population that includes Infants, Pediatrics, Adults, and Geriatrics.
  • Preoperatively assists R.N. circulator in formulating plan of care.
  • Assists as needed in coordinating patient care peri-operatively and assumes responsibility and accountability for behavior in order to maintain standards for professional nursing practice.
  • Post-operatively follows proper procedures for care of instruments, supplies and equipment. Under supervision, assists RN circulator with post-operative duties.
  • Infection Prevention: Assists in the delivering of nursing care in a manner that minimizes the risk of transfer of infection and accidental contamination.
  • Safety: Assists in delivering care in a manner which protects the patient from injury.

Additional Perks Of Being a Texas Health

  • Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment programs as well as several other benefits.
  • Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.
  • Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).
  • A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Texas Health Allen has served the local community and surrounding areas of Collin County since 2000. We’re an 88-bed, acute-care, full-service hospital providing exceptional care to Allen, Lucas, Fairview, McKinney, Melissa, Wylie, and the surrounding cities. We specialize in robotic and minimally invasive surgery, advanced cardiology and electrophysiology services, orthopedic and spine services, and comprehensive women’s and infants’ care. Plus, we’re an Accredited Chest Pain Center and STEMI receiving facility with more than 500 physicians practicing in more than 25 specialties. Texas Health Allen is a Joint Commission-accredited Gold Seal Certified Chest Pain facility, Level II Maternal, Level II NICU, Chest Pain Accredited, a Breast Imaging Center of Excellence and a Pathways to Excellence-designated hospital. You belong here.

If you’re ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let’s show the world how we’re even better together!

Learn More About Our Culture, Benefits, And Recent Awards.

Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org

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