Senior - Surgical Technologist - $36 per hour
Company: Houston Methodist
Location: Baytown
Posted on: March 16, 2023
Job Description:
Houston Methodist is seeking a Surgical Technologist Senior for
a job in Baytown, Texas.Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical Technologist
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: ASAP
- Duration: Ongoing
- Shift: days
- Employment Type: PermanentJOB SUMMARYAt Houston Methodist, the
Sr Surgical Technologist position requires proficient knowledge and
skills necessary to carry out delegated tasks associated with the
safe and efficient operating room support functions and related
procedures. This position works independently, exercising sound
judgement, and reports observations and patient problems to the
licensed nurse or surgeon. In addition to performing the duties and
responsibilities of a Surgical Technologist, the Sr Surgical
Technologist position provides mentoring and guidance for Surgical
Technologist positions, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to
train and orient others. This position is responsible for assigned
non-nursing functions and practices relationship-centered care in
concert with Houston Methodist values. Other duties for the Sr
Surgical Technologist position will include general patient care
and department upkeep as delegated by licensed personnel.PRIMARY
JOB RESPONSIBILITIESJob responsibilities labeled EF capture those
duties that are essential functions of the job.PEOPLE - 20%
- Promotes a positive work environment that actively assists
interprofessional health care team to achieve optimal department
results. Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal,
written) communication which includes active listening and teaching
to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
(EF)
- Teaches others to critically think by verbally expressing
rationale for decisions and follows up, providing structured
feedback with examples. Serves as the department preceptor for new
surgical technologists, utilizing skills and knowledge to train and
orient others. (EF)
- Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance
and responding positively to requests for assistance. Uses
peer-to-peer accountability towards improvement of department score
for employee engagement. (EF)SERVICE - 25%
- Prepares the operating room, equipment and supplies for the
next patient. Anticipates additional instrumentation, equipment and
supplies for usage during the procedure before surgeon scrubs.
Maintains and accurately communicates updates for surgeon
preference cards within the applicable service line. (EF)
- Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and nursing staff by
passing instruments and supplies for surgical procedures,
performing competently the role of the surgical technologist in the
provision of surgical assistance during a variety of surgical
procedures including but not limited to: orthopedics, gynecology,
general, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, CV, spine, neurology,
oral/maxillofacial, and minimally invasive procedures. (EF)
- Assists the circulating RN with sponge, instrument, needle, and
other surgical counts. (EF)
- Role models behaviors and skills, through peer-to-peer
accountability, towards improving department score for patient
satisfaction. (EF)QUALITY/SAFETY - 20%
- Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during pre and
post procedures. Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization
devices. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal
sterilization, following surgical procedure. Assists other members
of the team with terminal cleaning of the room. (EF)
- Assists with implementation and teaching of department-based
safety initiatives and standards of practice. Problem-solves and
manages multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.
(EF)
- Participates in debriefing and quality improvement practices to
ensure quality patient care. Initiates corrective actions and
improvement activities towards improving department and hospital
quality and safety targets, reporting near misses, and
collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team.
(EF)FINANCE - 15%
- Maintains efficient use of surgical supplies and minimizes
opening of supplies until confirmation that will be used during
surgery. Makes recommendations for cost containment during cases.
(EF)
- Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively,
minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritize daily tasks.
Utilizes time between heavy workloads efficiently and helps other
team members. (EF)GROWTH/INNOVATION - 20%
- Identifies and presents areas for innovation, efficiency and
improvement for department projects and shared governance
activities. May co-chair a unit-based Shared Governance Council.
(EF)
- Acts as resource in surgical technology for the department on
other hospital committees. Participates in one department or
hospital committee or subcommittee and facilitates the
accomplishment of the goals of the committee or subcommittee.
(EF)
- Proactively seeks opportunities to enhance knowledge and
learning towards expertise in competencies with a focus on
continual development. Completes and updates the My Development
plan on an on-going basis. (EF)This job description is not intended
to be all inclusive; the employee will also perform other
reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston
Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and
responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTSo High
School diploma or equivalent education (examples include: GED,
verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion
of post-secondary education, etc.)o Successful completion of an
accredited Surgical Technology program or military training
equivalencyEXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTSo Two years as a Surgical
TechnologistCERTIFICATES, LICENSES AND REGISTRATIONS REQUIREDo
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS)o Certification
by the Surgical Technologist Association, National Center for
Competency Testing (NCCT), the National Board of Surgical
Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or meet the grandfather
clause--Grandfather clause (Bill 643): The bill includes an
extensive grandfather clause exempting all individuals employed to
practice surgical technology in a health care facility before Sept.
1, 2009. The clarification notes that legislation does not state
employed "on" Sept. 1, 2009, but rather "before that date. A
surgical technologist who was employed before Sept. 1, 2009, may
remain employed as a surgical technologist without meeting the
certification requirement. SB1239, Sec 259.002: 30 CEUs shall be
completed every two years.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIREDo
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely
perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills,
competency assessments, and performance evaluations.o Sufficient
proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language
necessary to perform the essential functions of this job,
especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee
safety or securityo Ability to effectively communicate with
patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner
consistent with a customer service focus and application of
positive language principleso Demonstrates understanding of medical
terminologyo Demonstrates independence and exercises sound judgment
in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and
patients and their familieso Demonstrates proficient knowledge and
appropriate use of hospital database such as EPIC. Ability to
access information both in the department and within the hospital
systemo Strong knowledge in use of procedure softwareo Demonstrates
proficient knowledge of instruments sets, the use of the individual
surgical instruments, surgical supplies and the use of the
supplieso Demonstrates competency in decontamination and use of
autoclave equipmento Demonstrate expertise and serves as a clinical
resource in a minimum of one or more surgical specialty service
lines--SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTSWork Attire Yes/NoUniform NoScrubs
YesBusiness professional NoOther (dept. approved) No--On-Call* Yes,
on a regular basis*Note that employees may be required to be
on-call during emergencies (i.e. Disaster, Severe Weather Event,
etc.) regardless of selection above--Travel**May require travel
within NoHouston Metropolitan area--May require travel outside Noof
Houston Metropolitan area**Travel specifications may vary by
department.--Please note any other special considerations to this
job: _________________________Company Profile:Houston Methodist
Baytown Hospital, located 35 miles southeast of Houston, is the
area's only full-service hospital offering specialized medical care
for patients at every stage in life. Houston Methodist Baytown
houses 226 operating beds, with 15 operating rooms and more than
1,700 employees. The hospital brings Texas Medical Center
excellence and quality care close to East Harris and surrounding
counties.Salaries listed are a midpoint. Actual salary will be
confirmed at time of offer, based on individual years of experience
and education.Houston Methodist Job ID #35835. About Houston
MethodistBased in the Greater Houston Area, Houston Methodist is
comprised of a nationally recognized academic medical center and
six community hospitals, located within the largest medical center
in the US. We continue to grow to meet the needs of the vibrant
communities we serve - including new building construction and
service line expansions on several of our campuses.At Houston
Methodist, nurses develop their skills through a wide range of
educational programs, collaborate with physicians to provide the
best care and build upon a world-class reputation for excellence in
patient care, education and research.--
We hold ourselves - and the careers we build - to a higher
standard. Our growing, inclusive health care system
offers:--------------Superior practice settings--------------High
nurse-to-patient ratios--------------High safety
standards------------ Professional development & nursing
education--------------Meaningful collaboration with
physicians--------------Unparalleled support
---Benefits
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Life insurance
- 403b retirement plan
- Sign-On bonus
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