It's an exciting time to join our team at DeTar Healthcare System in Victoria, TX! We believe in the power of people to create great care. We're more than 1,200 healthcare professionals strong. Our two fully-functioning acute care hospitals, DeTar Hospital Navarro and DeTar Hospital North, have been recognized for providing quality care by the Joint Commission. And we work hard every day to be a place of healing, caring and connection for patients and families in the community we call home. You’ll be part of a team with physicians, nurses, and other healthcare professionals that promotes a culture of empathy and innovation. You develop new ideas and solutions to challenges and we’ll listen - and collaborate with you to make them a reality. We can’t wait to have you join your second family!

Position Overview:

• Provides direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Positioning and prepping patients prior to surgery, ensuring clear visibility for the surgeon by using instruments such as retractors and sponges, controlling bleeding, closing surgery sites using sutures or staples and properly dressing wounds.
• Collaborate with doctors and other surgical team members to ensure proper post-operative care of patients.

Requirements:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of a certified surgical technician program and a recognized first assistant training program.
• At least one year experience as a surgical tech is required.