Surgical Technologist - $26-34 per hour

Company: Memorial Hermann Health System
Location: Houston
Posted on: February 2, 2026

Job Description:

Memorial Hermann Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist for a job in Houston, Texas. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Surgical Technologist - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Duration: Ongoing - 40 hours per week - Shift: 8 hours - Employment Type: Staff At Memorial Hermann, we pursue a common goal of delivering high quality, efficient care while creating exceptional experiences for every member of our community. When we say every member of our community, that includes our employees. We know that when our employees feel cared for, heard and valued, they are inspired to create moments that exceed expectations, while prioritizing safety, compassion, personalization and efficiency. If you want to advance your career and contribute to our vision of creating healthier communities, now and for generations to come, we want you to be a part of our team. Job Summary Position is responsible for preparing patients and the environment prior to surgery for the medical and nurse team. Position is also responsible for coordinating and maintaining a variety of non-clinical and ancillary services of assigned department in support of patient care services to maintain efficiency and quality of unit operations. OR Support Tech, FT Monday through Friday 6:00 am - 2:00 pm Must have 3 years of experience in a health care setting. Previous OR experience preferred. Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. Will be responsible for maintenance of the Operating Room (OR) and assisting nurses with basic OR functions. *This position is located in Children's Memorial Hermann Hospital in the Texas Medical Center. Job Description Minimum Qualifications Education: High School Diploma or GED Licenses/Certifications: Basic Life Support/CPR required; CST preferred Experience / Knowledge / Skills: - Minimum of three (3) years in a health care setting; in an Operating Room preferred. - Ability to perform duties requiring standing, walking, stooping, bending and lifting up to 50 pounds. - Ability to work with minimal supervision; Demonstrated ability and willingness to take initiative. - Strong organizational ability; ability to be clearly understood through verbal communication in face-to face encounters and by telephone; ability to assimilate information verbally and in writing in order to compose written correspondence; strong command of English language; working knowledge of medical terminology; strong customer service management skills. - Perform basic mathematical calculations; demonstrates skills for assigned specialty area/function or assigned procedures, including a working knowledge of basic medical terminology and computer software skills. Principal Accountabilities - Assists with physical preparation of patient and physical environment according to the age/needs of the patient/population served. - Ensures required medical supplies, information, and products are delivered in a timely fashion. Transfers patients as necessary. - Accepts delivery of merchandise requisitioned for the facility and updates the computerized inventory control system, logging transactions and maintaining master filing system. - Maintains inventory, selects supplies according to surgery that is posted. - Monitors and distributes inventory requirements ensuring accuracy of automated record. - Collaborates with Materials Management personnel to ensure adequate supplies are kept within the department and available to other departments as needed. - Counts, compares and documents differences between total number of items received and total number of items on the shipping bill; checks and reports receipt of damaged materials. - Attaches receiving document to merchandise and delivers to appropriate department. - Identifies and facilitates resolution of unit operational problems independently, collaborating with manager/coordinator to resolve complex problems. - Coordinates and maintains a variety of non-clinical and ancillary services of assigned department including, but not limited to, environmental services, maintenance, central supplies, and related unit support functions. - Ensures all storage areas and bulk closets are clean and in compliance with all applicable policies and procedures. - Accurately sterilizes instruments and supplies according to pre-defined parameters under the supervision of a Registered Nurse or Surgical Technologist. - Retrieves malfunctioning equipment and ensures repairs are completed, as needed. - Ensures safe care to patients, staff and visitors; adheres to all Memorial Hermann policies, procedures, and standards within budgetary specifications including time management, supply management, productivity and quality of service. - Promotes individual professional growth and development by meeting requirements for mandatory/continuing education and skills competency; supports department-based goals which contribute to the success of the organization; serves as preceptor, mentor and resource to less experienced staff. - Demonstrates commitment to caring for every member of our community by creating compassionate and personalized experiences. Models Memorial Hermann’s service standards by providing safe, caring, personalized and efficient experiences to patients and colleagues. - Other duties as assigned. Memorial Hermann Health System Job ID 100177726. Posted job title: operating room support tech - days About Memorial Hermann Health System Company Overview: Charting a better future. A future that’s built upon the HEALTH of our community. This is the driving force for Memorial Hermann, redefining health care for the individuals and many diverse populations we serve. Our 6,600 affiliated physicians and 33,000 employees practice the highest standards of safe, evidence-based, quality care to provide a personalized and outcome-oriented experience across our more than 270 care delivery sites. As one of the largest not-for-profit health systems in Southeast Texas, Memorial Hermann has an award-winning and nationally acclaimed Accountable Care Organization, 17* hospitals and numerous specialty programs and services conveniently located throughout the Greater Houston area. Memorial Hermann-Texas Medical Center is one of the nation's busiest Level I trauma centers and serves as the primary teaching hospital for McGovern Medical School at UTHealth. For more than 114 years, our focus has been the best interest of our community, contributing more than $411 million annually through school-based health centers and other community benefit programs. Now and for generations to come, the health of our community will be at the center of what we do – charting a better future for all. *Memorial Hermann Health System owns and operates 14 hospitals and has joint ventures with three other hospital facilities, including Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony, Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital Kingwood and Memorial Hermann Rehabilitation Hospital-Katy. Our Mission Memorial Hermann Health System is a non-profit, values-driven, community-owned health system dedicated to improving health. Our Vision To create healthier communities, now and for generations to come. Our Values Community: We value diversity and inclusion and commit to being the best healthcare provider, employer and partner. Compassion: We understand our privileged role in people's lives and care for everyone with kindness and respect. Credibility: We conduct ourselves and our business responsibly and prioritize safety, quality and service when making decisions. Courage: We act bravely to innovate and achieve world-class experience and outcomes for patients, consumers, partners and the community. Benefits - Dental benefits - Vision benefits - Employee assistance programs - 403b retirement plan - Health Care FSA - Dependent Care FSA - School loan reimbursement

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