Provides advanced technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and after invasive procedures to ensure patient safety. Responsibilities include maintaining sterile environments, managing surgical instruments, and assisting in the preparation of the operating suite.
Minimum Qualifications
High school graduate or GED
Completion of a Surgical Technologist Program
Five years of related experience in the field of surgical technology LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS: Required:
Must have and maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist
Basic Life Support Job Summary/Description: Senior Surgical Technologist provides advanced-level technical assistance to the surgical team before, during, and following surgery. Expertly assists in surgical operations under the supervision of the surgeons and registered nurses to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that the equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. Job Duties:
Checks supplies and equipment for the surgical procedure.
Scrubs in the prescribed manner and dons sterile gown and gloves.
Gowns and gloves surgeon and assistants.
Performs sponge, needle, and instrument counts,
Assist in positioning, skin preparation and draping of patient.
Passes instruments required during surgery to the surgeon.
Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
Assists with postoperative dressings.
Assists circulator or scrub person in all specialties.
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for terminal sterilization.
Assumes accountability in maintaining tray inventory after each surgical case.
Helps transfer patients to and from the operating table to the stretcher.
Assists in preparing the Surgical Operating Suite for the next operation.
Follows processes that promote Surgical Operating Suite efficiency such as First Case Starts and Case Turnover times.
Supports new programs and provides updates to the surgeon preference cards.
Assists in training students and new employees.
Identifies learning needs of self and others; sets challenging and realistic goals and develops learning opportunities to meet goals.
Demonstrates compassion and understanding.
Displays a professional verbal and non-verbal demeanor.
Puts needs of others above his/her own through accountability, compassion, integrity and respect.
Functions as an independent and supportive team member. Marginal or Periodic Functions:
Adheres to internal controls and report
Salary Range
Actual salary commensurate with experience or range if discussed and approved by hiring authority.
Equal Employment Opportunity UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Requirements
Requires a high school diploma or GED, completion of a Surgical Technologist Program, and at least five years of related experience. Candidates must maintain certification as a Surgical Technologist and hold a Basic Life Support certification.
high school
professional certificate
Patient Safety
Patient Positioning
Clinical Assistance
Sterile Technique
Surgical Technology
Operating Room Management
Training and Mentoring
Instrument Counting
Surgical Scrubbing
Postoperative Dressing
Posting details
Employment type
Unknown
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
5-10 yrs
Location
Galveston, Texas
Posted
Jul 16, 2026
Application
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