Certified Surgical Technologist/ OR Coordinator, Nights

Memorial Hermann Health System hiring for Certified Surgical Technologist/ OR Coordinator, Nights jobs in West University Place, TX, US

At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary

Position responsible for answering after-hours surgery scheduling calls, scheduling OR, Endoscopy and Cath Lab add-on procedures and preparing surgical case carts. Responsible for providing proficient 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.

Position must be able to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the patient served as well as knowledge of the principles of growth and development as it relates to the different life cycles. Job Description

Certified Surgical Technologist/ OR Coordinator, Nights

*Full time; 7pm-7:30am (3 12hr shifts per week, days will vary, including weekends)

*CST and BLS required

*2+years of Surgical Tech experience required

*Hospital experience preferred

*Excellent computer skills/ knowledge and proficient in MS Office

*Medical/ Surgical terminology pronunciation and spelling

*Excellent written and verbal communication

*Attention to details

*Responsibilities include answering phones, scheduling add-on procedures, preparing case carts, scrub cases and assist with other Perioperative tasks as assigned.

This position is located at Memorial Hermann Southeast.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduate of a Surgical Technologist Program

License/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)

Experience / Knowledge / Skills:

• New Grad
• Surg Tech I =1 year
• Surg Tech II = 2-4 years
• Surg Tech III = 5+ years
• 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 "Advancing health. Personalizing care" through compassion, courage, credibility, and commitment to community.