Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Full Time Days

Certified Surgical Tech (CST) - Full Time Days

Fast-paced, high volume Surgery department is looking for top skilled CST's. Is that you?

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Work Location: Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery - 6020 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75093

Schedule: Full Time Days for 40 hrs./ week. Mondays - Fridays with some rotating weekend, holiday and 30 minutes call back requirements

Surgery Department highlights:

• Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team
• Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging
• Demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient's affiliations.

Here's What You Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 Required OR
• Other - Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, Vocational Nurse Program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology required upon hire
• Other - Graduate of an accredited surgery technology program, Vocational Nurse Program or graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology preferred upon hire
• One (1) year Operating Room experience Preferred
• Must live within a 30 mile on-call drive
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited surgical tech program Upon Hire Required Or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 Upon Hire Required Or
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology Upon Hire Required Or
• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire Required And
• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Upon Hire Required

What You Will Do:

• Nursing Process: 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.
• Professional accountability: 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 Control: 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.
• Continuous Improvement: Care is provided with an emphasis on continually improving quality, service and cost effectiveness.

Additional perks of being a Texas Health Certified Surgical Technologist:

• Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits.
• A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth.

Entity Highlights:

Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery is an 18-bed physician-owned hospital serving the people of Collin, Dallas, and Denton counties. The hospital is an award-winning facility that offers a wide range of services including robotic surgery, spine surgery, joint replacement surgery, orthopedic surgery, gynecological surgery, urological surgery, ENT surgery as well as spinal injections, outpatient GI procedures and advanced imaging studies.
Designed with a boutique hotel in mind, patients enjoy a more comfortable setting than what is typically offered in a large, full-service traditional hospital. From up-close parking to room service meals prepared by a culinary trained chef, our entire hospital staff provides compassionate care that is focused on you and your family. Accredited by The Joint Commission and focused on your care and comfort, Texas Health Center for Diagnostics & Surgery strives to engage you in all aspects of care and support a culture of caring and healing.
As part of the Texas Health family and its 28,000+ employees, we're one of the largest employers in the Dallas Fort Worth area. Our career growth and professional development opportunities are top-notch, and our benefits are equally outstanding. Come be a part of our exceptional team as we improve the health of the people in our communities every day. You belong here.

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

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