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Pain Specialists of America

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Pain Specialists of America, Austin, Texas, us, 78716

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Pain Specialists of America

is a Texas‑based, multisite comprehensive pain management company. PSA is growing rapidly and requires highly competent, talented professionals to support the business and help achieve its strategic objectives.

Job Summary The Surgical Technologist handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. They understand the procedures being performed and anticipate the needs of the surgeon, ensuring excellent and quality patient care during the operative procedure while maintaining a sterile field.

Location & Contact 701 E. FM 1626 Suite 300, Austin, TX 78748 Phone: (512) 953-8134

Detailed Responsibilities Pre‑operative Duties

Wear appropriate attire and personal protective equipment (PPE)

Gather, check and open supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure

Perform the surgical scrub and wear appropriate gown and gloves

Set up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, medications, and solutions required for the procedure

Perform initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator

Assist team members with gowning and gloving

Assist with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field

Participate in the surgical site and patient verification during the time‑out procedure

Secure tubing, cords and other sterile accessories in accordance with processes and procedures

Intra‑operative Duties

Prepare and anticipate additional instrumentation, equipment and supplies for use during the procedure

Anticipate needs of the surgeon by passing instruments and supplies during the procedure

Measure and pass medications, hemostatic agents and irrigation solutions utilized during the procedure

Hold retractors or instruments as directed by the surgeon

Sponges or suctions the operative site

Apply electrocautery to clamp on bleeders

Cuts suture material as directed by the surgeon

Coordinate the camera or change out robotic arms and instruments during endoscopic surgery as directed by the surgeon

Maintain highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure

Perform additional counts as necessary

Prepare sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices

Prepare and pass off specimen(s) as appropriate

Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization

Assist other members of the team with terminal cleaning of the room

Assist in prepping the operating room for the next patient

Participate in debriefing and quality improvement practices to ensure excellent and quality patient care

Benefits offered if schedule averages 30 hours per week!

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401k with 4% match

Paid Time Off

Short & Long‑Term Disability

HSA with $720 annual match

FSA + Dependent Care FSA

Life Insurance (company‑paid + voluntary options)

10 Paid Holidays for the Year 2025

Employee Assistance Programs

Requirements Education and Experience/Technical Skills

Graduate of an accredited school of training

Current certification as a Surgical Technologist OR evidence of employment as a Surgical Technologist before September 1, 2009

Evidence of current BLS certification

Two years of previous experience as a Surgical Technologist (Preferred)

Sterile Processing experience is Preferred

Other Position Requirements

Review patient’s chart, identify patient, verify surgery to be performed with consent forms, and bring the patient to the assigned operating room

Assist with transferring patient to the operating room table

Monitor the comfort of the patient and provide verbal and tactile reassurance

Assist in maintaining normothermia

Assist the anesthesia provider

Assist with positioning the patient using appropriate equipment and anatomical principles to avoid patient injury

Apply the electro‑surgical grounding pad

Assist with applying tourniquets and monitor before the procedure begins

Complete the patient skin prep prior to draping by the sterile surgical team

Perform instrument, sharps, and sponge counts before incision is closed

Anticipate additional supplies needed during the procedure

Keep accurate records throughout the procedure

Properly care for specimens

Secure dressings after incision closure

Help transport the patient to the post‑anesthesia care unit

Perform urinary catheterization, if required

Update and keep accurate records of the surgeon’s preferences

Cognizant of established safety regulations

Knowledgeable in techniques to prevent the spread of disease and awareness of potential contact with communicable diseases

Knowledge of emergency equipment and medications with the ability to react promptly and professionally

Maintain quality reporting, daily logs, staff meeting minutes, supply ordering, and staff call‑ins

Seniority level Entry level

Employment type Part‑time

Job function Health Care Provider

Industries Medical Practices

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