• Surgical Technologist - Main Operating Room - GGTP

    MD Anderson Cancer Center (Houston, TX)


    *Surgical Technologist - Main Operating Room*

    *Location: MD Anderson Cancer Center - Texas Medical Center*

    **Work Week:* Days

    *Shift:* 2 12-hour shifts and 2 8-hour shifts per week

    *Off Day:* TBD based on institutional needs

    *Orientation Schedule:* Monday-Friday, 6:30am-3:00pm for the first 6 months*

    *Now Hiring Surgical Technologists to Support Gynecology, Genitourinary (GU), Thoracic, Pediatrics, (GGTP) and Vascular Surgical Services*

     

    New graduates with CST certification encouraged to apply! Candidates with EMT or Head & Neck Plastics experience will also be considered.

     

    Why Join MD Anderson?

     

    MD Anderson Cancer Center is one of the world's most respected centers focused on cancer patient care, research, education, and prevention. Join a team that leads with purpose and values your expertise. As a Surgical Technologist, you'll play a critical role in supporting life-saving surgical procedures alongside a nationally recognized care team.

     

    *We offer industry-leading benefits, including:*

    * *Paid employee medical benefits* (zero premium) starting Day One (30+ hours/week)

    * Comprehensive *dental, vision, life, AD&D, and disability coverage*

    * Generous *Paid Time Off (PTO)* and *Extended Illness Bank (EIB)*

    * *Institutional holidays, wellness leave,* and *childcare leave*

    * *Tuition Assistance Program* after six months of service

    * *Retirement benefits* through the Teachers Retirement System and voluntary 403(b)/457 plans

    * *Employer-paid life and AD&D insurance*

    * *Health Savings Account* and *Dependent Care FSA*

    * *Fertility and family-building benefits*

    * *State of Texas longevity pay*

    * *Relocation assistance* for candidates relocating over 100 miles

    About Perioperative Services

    Our Main Operating Room spans 30+ state-of-the-art suites across the Main Building and Mays Clinic. The Perioperative Services team collaborates across disciplines-including Anesthesiology, Critical Care, and Surgery-to support over 15,000 surgical procedures each year, ensuring top-tier care and patient safety.

     

    What You'll Do

     

    As a Surgical Technologist at MD Anderson, you'll be an integral part of the surgical team, supporting complex procedures and ensuring excellence at every step.

    Key Responsibilities Include:

    *Clinical Excellence*

    * Prepare and maintain sterile field by setting up surgical instruments and supplies

    * Review and follow surgeon preference cards; ensure efficient use of supplies

    * Maintain aseptic technique and perform sponge/instrument/sharps counts

    * Assist in specimen collection, labeling, and transport

    *Accountability & Safety*

    * Follow all safety and infection control policies and procedures

    * Monitor for breaks in sterile technique or unsafe conditions and report immediately

    * Support on-time case starts and efficient turnover between procedures

    *Team Collaboration*

    * Communicate clearly with surgical, nursing, and anesthesia teams

    * Demonstrate flexibility and cross-service competency

    * Foster a positive, respectful work environment through teamwork and support

    *Education*

     

    High school diploma or equivalent.

     

    *Certification/Licensure *

     

    One of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA). New graduate must obtain and maintain certification by the 180th day after date of hire date. Employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility prior to September 1, 2009. Completed appropriate training program for surgical technology in the military of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service.

     

    It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.html

    Additional Information

    * Requisition ID: 175075

    * Employment Status: Full-Time

    * Employee Status: Regular

    * Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, Evenings

    * Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 63,000

    * Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 86,500

    * Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 110,000

    * FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay

    * Fund Type: Hard

    * Work Location: Onsite

    * Pivotal Position: Yes

    * Referral Bonus Available?: Yes

    * Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

    * Science Jobs: No

     

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