OR Certified Surgical Technologist - •Sign On and Relocation up to $18,000 •

Certified Surgical Technologist

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Job Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist organizes, directs, and performs activities related to instrumentation, sterilization, and supplies that are utilized for patient care in the operating room. This posting reflects multiple positions in the OR within following shifts; 7 : 00a - 3 : 00p, 11 : 00a - 7 : 00p, 11 : 00p - 7 : 00a, 3 : 00p - 11 : 00p.

• 15,000 Sign On Bonus with 2 year agreement after orientation and $3,000 relocation bonus if moving 75 or more miles to Lubbock

Job Specific Responsibilities

Education and Experience

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program

Required Licensures / Certifications / Registrations

Basic Life Skills Certification (BLS); must obtain within the first 30 days of hire into the role

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Tech in Surgery-Certified (TS-C) of Certified First Assistant (CFA)

Skills and Abilities

Knowledge of clinical standards and practices of surgical technology

Ability to use hand quickly with precision

Effective communicator; Must be able to read, write, and speak English fluently

Good listening skills to comprehend and quickly respond to the needs of the surgeon and surgical team

Keen attention to detail

High degree of responsiveness to changing schedules and priorities throughout the day

Interaction with Other Departments and Other Relationships

This role will interact closely with various departments and committees within the hospital

Physical Capabilities

Work is demanding and requires ability to push, pull, and lift, up to 50 pounds. Requires lots of walking and extended periods of time standing and / or sitting. Effective communication with physicians and OR staff is critical. Near visual acuity required to work with documentation, instrument gauges, dials, and equipment indicators

Environmental / Working Conditions

This position is subject to varying indoor temperature changes. Work done intraoperative is performed in a high-risk area for exposure to blood borne pathogens and other biowaste hazards.

UMC Health System provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Request for accommodations in the hire process should be directed to UMC Human Resources.