Job Description
Are you looking to launch a rewarding career in healthcare without prior experience? South Texas Surgical Center is currently seeking dedicated individuals to join our team as Entry-Level Surgical Technologists.
We offer a comprehensive training program for new graduates and career changers who are eager to learn and grow in a high-demand medical field. If you are detail-oriented, compassionate, and ready to start your journey in Laredo, TX, we want to hear from you!
Join a team that values your potential and provides the tools you need to succeed in the operating room.
Responsibilities
- Assist Surgeons: Provide critical support to the surgical team by passing instruments, sutures, and sterile supplies during procedures.
- Prep & Sterilize: Prepare operating rooms, sterilize instruments, and maintain a sterile environment in accordance with safety protocols.
- Patient Care: Ensure patient safety and comfort before, during, and after surgical interventions.
- Inventory Management: Monitor and manage the supply of surgical instruments and materials to prevent shortages during surgeries.
- Documentation: Accurately document surgical counts and procedures as required by facility policy.
- Room Turnover: Efficiently clean and prepare operating rooms between surgeries to ensure workflow continuity.
Qualifications
- Education: High School Diploma or GED required; completion of a Surgical Technologist program is preferred but not mandatory for entry-level candidates.
- Physical Stamina: Ability to stand for extended periods and lift moderate weights in a fast-paced environment.
- Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on sterile techniques, precision, and patient safety.
- Communication: Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to work effectively within a diverse healthcare team.
- Willingness to Learn: Eager attitude towards on-the-job training and preparation for professional certification (CST).
- Licensure: BLS (Basic Life Support) certification preferred or ability to obtain upon hire.