Surgical Technologist III-FT/Day Shift (Ben Taub Hospital)

Houston, Texas, JOB SUMMARY: The Surgical Technologist III (ST III) proficiently provides perioperative patient care through the use of equipment and instrumentation. The ST III assists the surgical team in performing operative and/or invasive procedures utilizing proper aseptic technique. The ST III works under the direction of a Registered Nurse and uses knowledge and expertise to act as a role model and resource for other staff. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: 1. Education/Licensure/Specialized Training: a. Education:High School diploma or equivalent. Graduation from an accredited Surgical Technologist Program or comparable US military program. b. Licensure/Certification: Certified as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting or the National Center for Competency Testing. Current CPR certification.

2. Work Experience: Three (3) years of experience as a surgical technologist and/or demonstrated proficiency in two or more surgical specialties. 3. Management Experience: N/A 4. Equipment Operated: Surgical instruments and equipment 5. Skills/Knowledge: Demonstrates clinical competence in all specialty areas and clinical proficiency in a specified number of specialty areas, as determined by individual facility needs. SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS: 1. Communication Skills: Above Average Verbal (Heavy Public Contact) Bilingual Skills Required. No Writing /Composing (Correspondence) 2. Other Skills: Medical Terms PC Word Proc 3.

Work Schedule: Weekends Holidays Flexible On Call 4. Other Requirements: Computer and/or Key Entry Experience

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