Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Longview, Texas
Collaborates with the surgical team to prepare and maintain the sterile field and ensure equipment readiness in the operating room. Anticipates surgeon needs by passing instruments and performing critical safety counts of sponges and needles.
The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.
Essential Functions Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Technical School graduate of Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program required or Associate Degree in Surgical Technology or Applied Sciences required 0-2 years of operating room surgical technician experience required
Expertise in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and sterile processing. Ability to anticipate the needs of the surgical team and respond quickly during procedures. Strong organizational and time management skills to maintain efficient workflow. Knowledge of regulatory and accreditation standards, including safety and infection control protocols. Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with the perioperative team. Commitment to patient safety and high-quality care. Licenses and Certifications CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required BLS - Basic Life Support required INDSURGIMG
Requires a degree from a Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program and a CST certification. Candidates must have BLS certification and 0-2 years of experience as an operating room surgical technician.
Market context
Texas allied-health employers often look for CT technologists with current ARRT registration, Texas Medical Board CMRT, AHA BLS, and prior CT experience, so demand tends to favor candidates who already meet core credentialing requirements. These roles are competitive because employers need clinicians who can work independently, maintain imaging quality, and keep pace with patient volume. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to quickly confirm your credentials, then verify any state-specific licensing details before applying.
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