Surgical Technologist

Centrum Surgery Center is looking for a Fulltime Surgical Technologist  to join our team! 

The Surgical Technologist is responsible for scrubbing in and assisting the physician for all cases. After completion of each 
case, the surgical technologist will be on standby for sterile technician needs which includes the following aspects of sterile 
processing to include decontamination, preparation packaging sterilization and sterile storage while adhering to department 
policies and procedures.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 
• Works with specialty surgical instrumentation, troubleshoots problems and repairs 
• Assimilates and communicates information received from various sources in an accurate, timely, and effective  manner
• Reviews instrumentation needs, manages inventory and stock operating par levels for stored instrumentation and 
emergency carts
• Identifies and follows manufactures instructions to sort, disassemble, decontaminate, rinse and disinfect instrumentation, flexible scopes, and equipment 
• Utilizes count sheets consistently to correctly assemble, protect, wrap containerize and/or peel pack and label 
instrumentations 
• Prepares carts from pick list and delivers instrumentation to as needed to the operating room 
• Makes rounds through the operating rooms consistently and confirms instrumentation needs are met
• Facilitates room turnovers, adheres to the proper handling of garbage, linen, and biohazardous materials
• Follows manufactures recommendations for sterilization methods and selects appropriate sterilization methods
• Documents and verifies sterilization loads and biological test properly to determine the efficacy of the sterilization  process
• Records utilization of instrumentation proficiency in tracking system 
• Handles sterile products and ensures stock is placed in the proper location
• Identifies and inspects instruments for cleanliness and functionality 
• Assembles and prepare instrumentation for sterilization
• Organizes workflow, problem solves, and manages, multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision
• Participates in staff and self-development meetings/in services and provides guidance and training to other staff as needed
• Protects patient and family privacy rights and maintains confidentiality of patient records 
• Maintains awareness of safety hazards and maintains a clean and orderly work area
• Maintains professional competences and certifications 
• Performs other related duties as assigned

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
• Knowledge of Medical Terminology 
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of sterile technique related to operating room preparation and procedures
• Demonstrates proficiency in medical and surgical technology
• Demonstrates strong knowledge of operating equipment and supplies
• Demonstrates Leadership Skills

 

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
• Graduate from an accredited educational program for surgical technologists
• Certified as a Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) 
or the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT); or
• Successful completion of an approved training program for surgical technology in the United States Armed Forces 
(Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard) or the United States Public Health Service
• One (1) year of surgical technology experience in a healthcare facility 
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certified

About Centrum Surgery Center:

Centrum Surgery Center is an Ambulatory Surgical Center in San Antonio, Texas, and provides outpatient services for General Surgery, Interventional pain Management, Orthopedic Surgery, and more. With its state-of-the-art equipment and Board-Certified Physicians, the center invests in patient-care. We have a busy and growing practice seeking driven employees to join our team. Please visit our website for additional information: centrumsurgery.com

Compensation to be determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data.  

Employment for this position is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and drug screening.