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About the Role
Assist in safely transporting, positioning, and prepping the patient for optimal surgical access and comfort. Track the flow of surgery to anticipate surgeon requirements and efficiently pass instruments, medications, and supplies. Maintain an organized field while monitoring and counting all instruments, sponges, and sharps. Uphold sterile standards and situational awareness to protect patient safety and optimize workflow efficiency.
Responsibilities
- Set up sterile drapes, solutions, and necessary equipment.
- Assist in safely transporting, positioning, and prepping the patient for optimal surgical access and comfort.
- Proactively track the flow of surgery to anticipate surgeon requirements and efficiently pass instruments, medications, and supplies.
- Maintain a meticulously organized field while strictly monitoring and counting all instruments, sponges, and sharps to eliminate the risk of retained items.
- Uphold rigorous sterile standards and continuous situational awareness across the entire procedure to protect patient safety and optimize workflow efficiency.
Requirements
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
- Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
- High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
- CST experience
- Trauma experience
Location
- Austin, TX
Work Type
- Full Time
Education Level
- High School diploma equivalency
- Associate's degree/Technical degree
Benefits
- Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
- Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
- Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
- Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
- Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
- Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
- Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more
About the Company
- Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection.
- We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together.
- Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
Equal Opportunity
- Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
- For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.