Job Description

Join our team! Laredo Medical Center is now hiring a CST to work at LMC's 326 bed acute care hospital. The Hospital is located in sunny Laredo, Texas, just 150 miles south of historic San Antonio. Read a full position description below.

 

This is a Full-Time Position.

What We Offer

Competitive Pay + Shift DifferentialsMedical, Dental, Vision & Life InsuranceGenerous Paid Time-Off (PTO)Extended Illness Bank (EIB)Tuition ReimbursementMatching 401(k)Clinical Ladder ProgramEmployee Referral Bonus ProgramOpportunities for career advancementRewards and recognition programsAdditional perks and discounts

Job Summary

The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.

Essential Functions

Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.Performs other duties as assigned.Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required orAssociate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing.Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures.Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow.Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols.Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team.Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care.

Licenses and Certifications

CST - Certified Surgical Technologist requiredBCLS - Basic Life Support required

State Specific Requirements

Tennessee: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.Texas: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required.