Surgical Technician II
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
As our Surgical Tech you will help prepare the operating room and surgical team so they can successfully perform a variety of surgical procedures for patients.
Every day you will set up surgical equipment and instruments assist the surgical team and ensure a sterile environment. You will be expected to adapt quickly collaborate effectively within the OR team and contribute directly to the patients healing process.
To be successful in this role you must possess adaptability a strong team-player mindset and enthusiasm for supporting complex surgical procedures.
- Assists surgical team in the scrubbing role according to prescribed standards and licensure.
- Maintains sterile field. Reports immediately any breaks in aseptic technique.
- Passes instruments suture products medication and sponge materials to surgeon.
- Assists with retracting of tissue and organs and suctioning by holding the retracting instrument which has been placed by the surgeon.
- Electrosurgical current may be applied as directed by the surgeon to an established instrument placed by the surgeon.
- Performs surgical counts with the RN according to policy and procedure.
- High School Graduate General Studies and Minimum of two (2) years of surgical experience upon hire or
- High School GED General Studies and Minimum of two (2) years of surgical experience upon hire
- Certified Surgical Technologist upon hire or
- Technologist in Surgery-Certified upon hire and
- Basic Life Support - CPR within 14 - days
St. Lukes HealthThe Vintage Hospital is 106 bed facility that is nationally-recognized for providing high-quality compassionate care to Northwest Houston communities including Willowbrook Champions and Tomball. With the resources and expertise of the St. Lukes Health system St. Lukes-The Vintage offers the latest advancements in diagnostic and surgical services including heart care lung health and orthopedics. St. Lukes Health is a member of CommonSpirit.
Required Experience:
IC