Certified Surgical Technologist

USPI Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kingsland,  is seeking a motivated  Certified Surgical Technologist  to join our team.  Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kingsland  is a fast-paced ASC environment committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families.

Position requires weekdays only no holidays, weekends, or call. Some later evenings required.

Job Summary :   Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing / OR Manager, the Surgical Technologist scrubs for surgical procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains supplies, instruments and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities.

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Required Skills :

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Must be certified in Basic Life Support
• Completion of an appropriate surgical technician program, and must be a certified; CST
• Must have surgical technician experience of at least two years
• Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center strongly preferred
• Must possess strong knowledge of all surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient including plastics, total joints and ophthalmology
• Must be willing to cross-train in endoscopy
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
• Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed
• Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physicians

USPI complies with federal, state, and / or local laws regarding mandatory vaccination of its workforce.  If you are offered this position and must be vaccinated under any applicable law, you will be required to show proof of full vaccination or obtain an approval of a religious or medical exemption prior to your start date.  If you receive an exemption from the vaccination requirement, you will be required to submit to regular testing in accordance with the law.

Employment practices will not be influenced or affected by an applicant’s or employee’s race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status or any other legally protected status. Tenet will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities unless doing so would result in an undue hardship.