Status: Full Time

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Shift: 12 Hour Nights

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About Us

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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

Benefits

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Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

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Job Summary

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In this role, as Surgical Technician 3, you help in surgeries during the operation phase. You assist a Registered Nurse to improve efficiency by managing equipment and instruments. Your job is vital for a safe operating room, keeping equipment ready and working well. You will manage supplies and equipment for a specific surgical service line. Additionally, you will communicate between the service line, surgeons, and team members.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nTalking to the surgeon beforehand concerning special needs and getting ready before they show up.\nCleaning and preparing the surgical area as needed.\nEnsuring proper setup and maintenance of the instrument table to prevent instrument damage.\nMaking sure all surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies function as expected during surgical procedures.\nPerforming counts of all surgical items, such as sponges, sharps, and instruments, following the appropriate policies and procedures.\nAnticipating the needs of the surgeon and surgical team, offering sterile supplies and equipment, and responding accordingly during the surgery.\nAssisting in draping and repositioning the patient for the surgical team.\nAdhering to specified protocols when handling surgical specimens and verifying their source.\nPreparing soiled instruments for transit to the decontamination area.\nCleaning the operating room after each case and organizing equipment in designated storage areas.\nAdhering to infection control policies, recommended practices, OSHA guidelines, and other regulations to ensure a safe working environment.\nManaging inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies, following established policy, procedures, and regulatory standards.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nAn understanding of sterilization standards and how to prevent infections is crucial.\nFamiliarity with sterile and aseptic techniques, both in theory and application.\nSurgeons should have deep knowledge of human body, surgeries, and tools necessary for procedures. They require expertise in invasive techniques.\nProficiency in communication and building relationships to efficiently collaborate with the surgical and central sterile processing team members.\nCapacity to occasionally work in an environment with potential chemical and radiation hazards.\nCompletion of all necessary educational and certification requirements and a history of successful accomplishments in the same.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - Grad of an Accredited Program\nEXPERIENCE - (2) Two Years of Experience\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION\n\nBasic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.\nCert Surgical Technologist (CST): CST from NBSTSA or NCCT (EDU must be CAAHEP accredited)\n\n\n\n

If CAN or EMPL has experience prior 9/1/2009 in healthcare or military, GAP and Cert will not be required & Min Qual: HS/GED

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If CAN or EMPL does not have experience prior to 2009, GAP and CST are required.