Job Description
Join our award-winning surgical team at Laredo Surgical Center as an immediate hire Surgical Technician. We're seeking a skilled professional to support our state-of-the-art operating rooms with minimal onboarding time. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a collaborative environment where your expertise directly impacts patient outcomes. Apply today to start your career in one of Texas's fastest-growing healthcare markets.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms and sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintain sterile environments and adhere to infection control protocols
- Handle surgical equipment sterilization and inventory management
- Document procedural details and equipment usage accurately
- Collaborate with anesthesia and nursing teams for seamless patient care
- Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential required
- Minimum 1 year of recent surgical tech experience
- Knowledge of sterile processing standards (AAMI/ANSI)
- Ability to work in high-pressure emergency situations
- Strong communication and teamwork skills
- Flexibility to work rotating shifts including weekends
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Proficiency with electronic medical records systems