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Valley Regional Medical Center
Valley Regional Medical Center - Surgical Tech
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What they do
A Surgical Technician or Technologist assists with surgical operations. Prepares the operating room and equipment before a procedure, and helps surgeons and nurses during the procedure. Works in hospitals or other healthcare facilities.
$44,108 / year median in Texas
+11% projected growth
Job Description
Valley Regional Medial Center Hiring Event
- Surgical Tech Hiring Event Time to step Into Your New Career
- with our Invite Only Surgical Tech Hiring Event We're excited to host an
INVITE ONLY
hiring event supporting our Valley Regional Medical Center on October 27th . It is designed to connect surgical techs with the right team from day one. (Please only apply based on the facilities that are a reasonable commute for you.) At HCA, our program is built to support you beyond your first job—it's a structured program offering a supportive transition into professional practice. For this event, all candidates are pre-screened by our recruiting team and only the top candidates will then be scheduled into dedicated interview time slots for the event, creating a more personalized and meaningful experience. You'll have the opportunity to connect directly with leaders, learn about unit expectations, and find the best fit for your career goals. Job Summary and Qualifications What you will do in this role: Demonstrates knowledge of applying surgical gloves using aseptic technique and maintaining a sterile field. Demonstrates knowledge of preparing for surgery by "pulling" the appropriate supplies and instruments for the procedure. Understands and recognizes the different surgical instruments and their applications. Displays appropriate knowledge of Anatomy and Physiology in order to prepare and assist in surgical/endo procedures. Maintains a safe sterile field by: a- positioning sharps correctly b
- labeling all medications on sterile field c
- understanding of electrocautery and other devices that generate heat to prevent possible fires in the O.R. d
- Participating in a "timeout" with rest of the surgical team to maintain patient safety.
What Qualifications You Will Need:
- Graduate of a Surgical Technology program or military equivalent training in the Surgical Technologist role is required.
- Certification in Surgical Technology
- Current BCLS certification from the American Heart Association required.
- 1 year of Surgical Technologist experience is preferred Monday Thru Friday with Rotating Weekends Benefits Valley Regional Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues.
- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence Savings and retirement resources , including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts
Note:
Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Founded as Valley Community Hospital in 1975, proudly serves Brownsville, TX and the surrounding communities in the Rio Grande Valley. Valley Regional Medical Center is a licensed 215+ bed facility with over 200 physicians representing 25+ specialties. From emergency medicine, to diagnostic imaging services, and caring for newborn babies, Valley Regional Medical Center is the hospital that families count on when they are looking for quality healthcare close to home. We are a designated Advanced Level III Trauma Center and an Advanced Primary Stroke Center . Our Heart and Vascular services include a full-range of cardiac services including minimally invasive and open-heart surgery, cardiac cath lab, heart imaging services and more. Our women's department includes labor, delivery and recovery in a home-like setting. We also have a C-section operating room on standby 24 hours a day and a Level III Neonatal Intensive Care Unit equipped with specially trained staff. Innovation and an unwavering commitment to patient care are the cornerstones of our hospital. Come experience our family centered culture at Valley Regional. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World's Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. "The great hospitals will always put the patient and the patient's family first, and the really great institutions will provide care with warmth, compassion, and dignity for the individual."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Valley Regional Medical Center
- Surgical Tech opening.
Benefits
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Financial Aid/Assistance
- 401(k) Plans
- Employee Stock Options (ESOs)