Texas Health Institute
Baylor Medical Center- Irving
Unit: Labor and Delivery Shift: Day
Schedule: Part Time (2-12 hour shifts)
Experience: 2 years preferred or 1 year L&D
No on-call requirements
About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Core Values
We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
Debt‑free tuition assistance, offering access to many no‑cost and low‑cost degrees, certificates and more
Immediate access to time off benefits
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
Job Summary The Surgical Technologist 2 works during surgery to speed up procedures, under a Registered Nurse's supervision. This position helps the surgical team by using equipment and tools to ensure a safe operating room and that equipment is available and working properly.
Essential Functions of the Role
Discuss any special needs with the surgeon before surgery.
Scrub into surgery in time to prepare instruments before the surgeon scrubs in.
Prepare the operative site by aseptically cleaning and patient clipping, as needed.
Prepare and maintain the instrument table in an organized way.
Identify damaged or incomplete trays and rectify discrepancies immediately.
Set up the operating room based on surgical procedure schedules.
Ensure the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures.
Perform surgical counts of sponges, sharps, instruments, and miscellaneous items, according to established policies.
Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team staff.
Assist the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient.
Receive surgical specimens following protocol.
Assist with placement of surgical dressings to operative site following case completion.
Disassemble surgical instruments at the end of the procedure and dispose of sharps, fluids, and waste properly.
Prepare soiled instrumentation for proper transportation to the decontamination area.
Ensure the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Cleans the operating room after each case and returns equipment to appropriate storage areas.
Follow infection control policies, AORN Guidelines, OSHA guidelines, and other regulations.
Ensure proper orientation and knowledge of all equipment and instrumentation prior to patient use.
Maintain inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.
Collaborate to control inventory maintenance, order supplies, and maintain records and files.
Key Success Factors
Knowledge of infection prevention and regulatory sterilization standards.
Knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.
Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies.
Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with surgical and central sterile processing team members.
Occasional exposure to chemical and radiation hazards.
Successful completion of:
A Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited or other nationally accredited surgical technologist program, and holds and maintains certification as a CST by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or the National Center for Proficiency Testing or their successor.
Complete a formal surgical technology training program in the U.S. military or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.
Was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009.
Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Program.
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): If candidate completed military/Public Health Service ST training or worked as an ST before 9/1/2009 → HS/GED is sufficient. Otherwise, candidate must have both GAP (accredited ST program) and current CST (NBSTSA or NCCT).
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Unit: Labor and Delivery Shift: Day
Schedule: Part Time (2-12 hour shifts)
Experience: 2 years preferred or 1 year L&D
No on-call requirements
About Us Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not‑for‑profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.
Core Values
We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.
We never settle by constantly striving for better.
We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.
We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.
Benefits Our benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility, visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings, which may include:
Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits
Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%
Debt‑free tuition assistance, offering access to many no‑cost and low‑cost degrees, certificates and more
Immediate access to time off benefits
Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level.
Job Summary The Surgical Technologist 2 works during surgery to speed up procedures, under a Registered Nurse's supervision. This position helps the surgical team by using equipment and tools to ensure a safe operating room and that equipment is available and working properly.
Essential Functions of the Role
Discuss any special needs with the surgeon before surgery.
Scrub into surgery in time to prepare instruments before the surgeon scrubs in.
Prepare the operative site by aseptically cleaning and patient clipping, as needed.
Prepare and maintain the instrument table in an organized way.
Identify damaged or incomplete trays and rectify discrepancies immediately.
Set up the operating room based on surgical procedure schedules.
Ensure the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies during surgical procedures.
Perform surgical counts of sponges, sharps, instruments, and miscellaneous items, according to established policies.
Anticipate the needs of the surgeon and surgical team staff.
Assist the surgical team with draping and positioning the patient.
Receive surgical specimens following protocol.
Assist with placement of surgical dressings to operative site following case completion.
Disassemble surgical instruments at the end of the procedure and dispose of sharps, fluids, and waste properly.
Prepare soiled instrumentation for proper transportation to the decontamination area.
Ensure the cleaning, decontamination, sterilization, maintenance, and preparation of surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Cleans the operating room after each case and returns equipment to appropriate storage areas.
Follow infection control policies, AORN Guidelines, OSHA guidelines, and other regulations.
Ensure proper orientation and knowledge of all equipment and instrumentation prior to patient use.
Maintain inventory of clean and sterilized surgical equipment, instruments, and supplies.
Collaborate to control inventory maintenance, order supplies, and maintain records and files.
Key Success Factors
Knowledge of infection prevention and regulatory sterilization standards.
Knowledge of the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique.
Knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies.
Good verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills to interact with surgical and central sterile processing team members.
Occasional exposure to chemical and radiation hazards.
Successful completion of:
A Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited or other nationally accredited surgical technologist program, and holds and maintains certification as a CST by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or the National Center for Proficiency Testing or their successor.
Complete a formal surgical technology training program in the U.S. military or Public Health Service Commissioned Corps.
Was employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility before September 1, 2009.
Belonging Statement We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION - Graduate of an Accredited Program.
EXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION:
Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.
Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): If candidate completed military/Public Health Service ST training or worked as an ST before 9/1/2009 → HS/GED is sufficient. Otherwise, candidate must have both GAP (accredited ST program) and current CST (NBSTSA or NCCT).
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