Surgical Technicians - Killeen, TX - Ft. Cavazos We are currently seeking certified civilian surgical technicians to join our team to provide full-time services to the service members at Ft. Cavazos, TX. This is a full-time position with benefits to include Insurance, PTO, Paid Federal Holidays, Paid Sick Leave, 401(k), weekly pay and more.

Surgical Technology Core Duties:

Perform the full spectrum of sterile techniques, setting up surgical trays, preparing and draping patients for surgery, and assisting with post-operative dressings. Assist with the setup of robotics procedures. Assist in large orthopedic cases such as total knee replacements, total hip replacements, and spinal surgeries. Ensure surgical packs are cleaned and packed for sterilization after every procedure, to include restocking surgical supplies. Maintain a clean, safe environment for the patient either by active participation in the cleaning of clinical spaces, operating rooms, and medical equipment, or by guiding other personnel in the environmental maintenance. Assist in performance of circulating duties under direction of a registered nurse. Transport patient to and from nursing unit. Take specimens to/from laboratory. Obtain blood products from the blood bank and deliver to operating room. Recognize and initiate appropriate nursing measure in emergency situations. Restock supplies and rotate dated supplies. Assist in assessing patient and planning appropriate nursing care. Document care given in patient's medical record. Communicate pertinent patient data to charge nurse and/or physician as appropriate. Assist in reassessing patient's condition and revising plan of care based on identified nursing problems. Under medical direction, operate a defibrillator and cardiac monitor. Assist in care of patients with Swan-Ganz catheter, arterial lines, and mechanical ventilators. Initiate life saving measures in the absence of a physician. Perform scrub duties in all specialties, including emergency and robotic surgeries. Prepare equipment and supplies in a safe manner following surgical procedures. Return equipment to proper location. Process instruments in a manner for reuse. Initiate, perform, and complete assigned duties in providing care to variable patient populations. Anticipate needs of next day's assignment and prepare necessary supplies and equipment. Transports patients using wheelchairs, stretchers and/or walking ambulatory patients to receive procedures, tests, and/or x-rays, or to other wards. Coordinate with profession staff prior to and after transporting patients. Monitors oxygen delivery system and notifies professional staff if there is a problem with system during transport of patients on oxygen. Maintain positive and professional relationships with patients and other staff. Uses VOIP communication device or other prescribed communication device. Maintain correct body alignment of patients during transport. Utilizes correct body mechanics during patient movement. Specific tasks and duties are based off patient care workload and the Governments mission.

PERFORMS OTHER DUTIES AS ASSIGNED.

Degree :

Certificate.

Education :

Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program approved by The Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), Accrediting Bureau of Health Education Schools (ABHES) or completion of a formal training program provided by an branch of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force) for surgical technicians, surgical technician or operating room technicians.

Certification :

Certified as a Surgical Technologist/Technician (CST) from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or certified as a Tech-In-Surgery (TS-C) from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or possess a Military Occupational Specialty (MOS) certification as a surgical technician and/or operating room technician

Experience :

Within the last two (2) years, prior to contract execution, one (1) year of scrubbing experience as a Surgical Technician or Operating Room Technician after graduation in one of the following surgical services (combination of more than one): general surgery, orthopedics, gynecology, or genitourinary. Experience in robotics and large orthopedic cases is required. One (1) year of scrubbing experience must be equivalent to the work of 40-hours a week for 52-weeks. Part-time experience is acceptable but must equal one (1) year of consolidated experience. Time in school/training does not count towards the required 1 year of experience.

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$30.50 - $35.50 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Work Location:

In person