The University of Texas Medical Branch · 2 months ago
Senior Surgical Technologist - Galveston
Galveston, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expThe University of Texas Medical Branch is seeking a Senior Surgical Technologist to provide advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team. This role involves ensuring the operating room environment is safe and that surgical procedures are conducted effectively, while also supporting the training of new employees and maintaining high standards of sterile technique.
Responsibilities
Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure
Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts
Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient
Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon
Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure
Assists with postoperative dressings
Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization
Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case
Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher
Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation
Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times
Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards
Assists in training students and new employees
Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals
Demonstrates compassion and understanding
Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor
Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect
Functions as an independent and supportive team member
Adheres to internal controls and report
Qualification
Required
High school graduate or GED
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology
Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
Basic Life Support
Company
The University of Texas Medical Branch
The University of Texas Medical Branch is a component of the University of Texas System located in Galveston, Texas
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$35MKey Investors
National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases
2024-09-13Grant
2019-04-09Grant· $35M
Leadership Team
Donna Sollenberger
EVP and CEO, Health System
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