Job Information
Catholic Health Initiatives Surgical Technician III in Livingston, Texas
Overview
CommonSpirit Health was formed by the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives (CHI) and Dignity Health. With more than 700 care sites across the U.S. & from clinics and hospitals to home-based care and virtual care services CommonSpirit is accessible to nearly one out of every four U.S. residents. Our world needs compassion like never before. Our communities need caring and our families need protection. With our combined resources CommonSpirit is committed to building healthy communities advocating for those who are poor and vulnerable and innovating how and where healing can happen both inside our hospitals and out in the community.
Responsibilities
10K SIGN ON BONUS
JOB SUMMARY / PURPOSE
Possesses superior knowledge of the various surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation in at least three or more specialties; Develops, organizes and Delivers continuing education topics as needed by the unit, serving as a liaison to Instrument Techs assigned to the section, and assures equipment is cleaned and maintained as required.
ESSENTIAL KEY JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates superior knowledge and practice in the first scrub role
Understands supply costs and independently Works with team to assure that quality of care is maintained while cost containment is considered
Demonstrates superior knowledge of the varied surgical equipment and advanced surgical instrumentation. Assures appropriate equipment and supplies are available for each procedure
Assists in communication with Biomedical Services on the status of equipment needing repair or maintenance
Educates staff in the care of instrumentation and equipment
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Qualifications
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Required Education and Experience
*High School Diploma/GED
*Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CST/CSFA) required as of September 1, 2010 or "grandfathered" employees or LVN
BCLS for some locations
*Three (3) years of experience
Required Licensure and Certifications
Required Minimum Knowledge, Skills, Abilities and Training
*Able to work in at least 3 different specialty areas.
Pay Range
$21.23 - $29.20 /hour
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer.