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.
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Position range in Cooke County $24k - $31k Per Year Multi Skilled Technician-Med Surg Nights
North Texas Medical Center
Occupation:
Nursing Assistants
Location:
GAINESVILLE, TX - 76240
Job Type:
Regular, Full Time (30 Hours or More), Permanent Employment, Other, see job description Shift
Posted:
11/04/2025
Positions available: 1
Source:
WorkInTexas
Web Site:
WorkInTexas
Onsite /
Remote:
Work onsite all of the time
Updated:
07/15/2026
Expires:
10/09/2026
Job #: 16937162
Job Requirements and Properties
Help for Job Requirements and Properties. Work Onsite
Full Time Education
High School Diploma or Equivalent Schedule
Full Time Job Type
Regular Duration
Permanent Employment Benefits Help for .
JOB SUMMARY
Assists with basic patient care based on individual patient needs within the scope of practice under direct supervision of the registered nurse. Maintains an environment that is safely prepared for patient care. Responsible for attending and phlebotomy services during codes. Responsible for safely and aseptically drawing blood cultures as well as other phlebotomy specimens as directed.
SUMMARY OF ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
Provides supportive care to the Medical Surgical and Intensive Care Unit (ICU) patients under the direct supervision of the nurs
Measures, documents and reports vital signs. Reports abnormal results immediately to the registered nurse.
Assist patients with activities of daily living
Assist patients with blood glucose monitoring
Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when a patient complains of pain.
Receives and carries out instructions accurately and promptly. All patient care activities are delegated and supervised by the registered nurse.
Perform phlebotomy with venipuncture using aseptic technique for collection of blood cultures and other laboratory specimens as directed.
Responsible for ensuring the STAT draws are done timely and accurately.
Attend codes as designated to perform phlebotomy when needed.
Remove urinary catheter and peripheral IVs.
Perform 12-lead EKG.
Alerts licensed staff to patients in emergency or physically distressed situations.
Transports patients, as necessary. Assists with moving, ambulating and lifting patients.
Documents patient care performed, including vital signs, bedside care and observations.
Adheres to hospital policy addressing standard precautions and safety regulations.
Communicates in an effective manner with all coworkers, patients, visitors and physicians.
Responds to patient and visitor questions and needs immediately and appropriately.
Ability to perform waived testing (point of care testing, glucometers) per Clinical Laboratory's and the patient care unit's policies and procedures.
Maintains patient comfort and privacy.
Maintains and prepares rooms between patients and procedures.
Monitors stock and restocks supplies as needed.
Adheres to policies and procedures established by the department.
Assists in cost containment through the appropriate ordering and conserving of supplies.
Demonstrates ability to work effectively as a team member; supports and assists the team.
Enhances growth and development through participation in educational programs.
Performs other related duties as assigned or requested within scope.
Attends annual review and department in-services, as scheduled.
Attends at least 80% of staff meetings annually.
Complies with all organizational policies regarding ethical business practices.
Communicates the mission, ethics and goals of the facility as well as the focus statement of the department.
BASIC SKILLS
Basic computer skills
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE REQUIRED
High School Diploma or GED
BLS Certification within 30 days
LANGUAGE SKILLS
Ability to communicate effectively in English both verbally and in writing
Additional languages a plus
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Ability to lift and move equipment up to 50 lbs alone.
May be required to assist with patients or equipment up to 500 lbs.
Ability to walk or stand for up to 75% of the time.
Ability to push, pull, lift, bend, kneel, twist and reach above shoulder level. Qualifications Education
Required:
High School or better.
Licenses & Certifications Preferred:
Basic Life Support Must be able to pass a drug test and background check. Pay will be discussed with the employer, depending on experience. NTMC is a tobacco and drug free workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. Full time and part time employees are offered benefits: Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance and Life Insurance. MetLife and short-term disability are optional. Retirement plan is a 403B through Fidelity with a match into a 401K from the hospital. Day and night shifts available Job seekers with a felony conviction will be considered on a case by case basis.