Certified Surgical Tech (CST) – THCDS - 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 is located at 6020 W Parker Rd, Plano, TX 75093

Schedule: Full Time Days for 40 hrs./ week. 6:30 AM – 3 PM with weekend and holiday rotating on-call requirements.

Surgery Department highlights:

• Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team

• Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging

• The professional nurse exhibits understanding of basic human needs.

• Demonstrates recognition and understanding of patient’s affiliations.

Here's What You Need:

• High School Diploma or equivalent required (and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009) 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

• Other- CLIAFE Must comply with CLIA regulations regarding foreign education equivalency required

• One year Certified Surgical Tech Required

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate of an accredited surgical tech program Upon Hire Req Or

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist and was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009 Upon Hire Req Or

• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist graduate/completion of a military training program in surgical technology Upon Hire Req Or

• LVN - Licensed Vocational Nurse Upon Hire Req And

• BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Upon Hire Req

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.

• Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice.

• Strong Unit Based Council (UBC).

• 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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