Certified Surgical Tech PRN

Welcome to Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby Glen Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Kirby Glen is a fast-paced Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) committed to delivering the highest quality surgical care and exceptional experiences for patients and their families. Experience with ophthalmology is REQUIRED for this role.

Job Summary

The Certified Surgical Technologist is an integral part of the surgical team, responsible for scrubbing for surgical procedures and maintaining aseptic technique throughout the process. Under the direct supervision of the Director of Nursing, this role involves preparing and maintaining surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment, as well as ensuring patient safety and supporting quality improvement initiatives.

Specialties include: Orthopedics, ENT, General Surgery, GI, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain Management, Plastics, Podiatry, and Urology.

Responsibilities

Prepare operating rooms for procedures by ensuring all required instruments, equipment, and supplies are available and sterile. Scrub and assist surgeons during procedures, maintaining a sterile field at all times. Anticipate the needs of the surgical team and provide instruments and supplies promptly. Ensure correct counts of sponges, needles, and instruments before, during, and after the procedure.

Care for and handle surgical instruments and equipment according to established protocols. Assist with patient positioning, draping, and prepping as needed. Adhere to infection control and safety guidelines to minimize risks to patients and staff. Support and participate in quality improvement activities within the center.

Communicate effectively with team members, physicians, and patients. Who We Are At USPI, we create partnerships that lead to better care. We work with physicians and health systems to deliver first-class ambulatory solutions across the United States, committed to providing surgical services with efficiency and clinical excellence.

We are proud to foster an inclusive culture that values diversity and respects individual differences. A diverse workforce combined with an inclusive culture makes us stronger and better equipped to meet the needs of our patients and physicians.