• Surgical Support Tech OR Surgery

    Baylor Scott & White Health (Waxahachie, TX)


    Baylor Scott and White Medical Center Waxahachie

     

    Job Title: Surgical Support Tech

     

    Department: OR Surgery

     

    Unit/Dept - Surgery/7 OR's** **Shift/Schedule - 4/10 Days, Hours: 6:45am - 5:15pm (Thursdays off)

     

    Entry level position,** **good opportunity for someone wanting to get into healthcare and maybe looking to pursue other tech type roles in a F** **ast-Paced, busy OR

     

    About Us

     

    Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

    Our Core Values are:

    + We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

    + We never settle by constantly striving for better.

    + We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

    + We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

     

    Benefits

     

    Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:

     

    + Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

    + Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

    + Debt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

    + Immediate access to time off benefits

     

    At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

     

    Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

    Job Summary

    Your role as a Surgical Support Technician is crucial for smooth operations in surgery rooms. Prepare spaces before surgeries, manage turnover after, and ensure necessary supplies are available. Inventory upkeep and non-medical aid are important for a well-organized surgical environment.

    Essential Functions of the Role

    + Clean surfaces and equipment in OR. Decontaminate after surgery and as needed by team. Dispose of hospital waste safely.

    + Part of your job is transporting patients, lab samples, and supplies. This involves executing different tasks.

    + You will manage inventory by monitoring levels, restocking supplies, and ordering as needed. It is crucial to maintain supplies in different areas.

    + Checking supplies for surgeries is important. You audit case carts based on doctor's preferences and restock as needed.

    + Clinicians are supported inside and outside the operating room. You will open sterile supplies for procedures under the clinician's supervision.

    + Surgical prep involves more than supplies. It includes checking instrument sets and selecting supplies for cases. Flash sterilization tests are also done.

    + You will react to emergencies. Follow procedures and guidelines in place. Complete on-call duties quickly. Act as surgical team resource.

    + Staff hired before September 1, 2009, as surgical support techs may hold retractors during surgery. No program completion required.

    Key Success Factors

    + Preference will be given to applicants with past experience in a healthcare-related field.

    + Familiarity with basic office equipment and computer systems is necessary.

    + Proven capability to effectively multitask and autonomously solve problems is required.

    + We value applicants who can exhibit precision in their work while also maintaining flexibility in dynamic scenarios.

     

    Belonging Statement

     

    We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

    QUALIFICATIONS

    + EDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent

    + EXPERIENCE - Less than (1) one Year of Experience

    + CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - Basic Life Support (BLS) or obtain within (30) thirty days of hire or transfer.

     

    As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.