Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

Job Description

Job Description

Description :

Pain Specialists of America

Pain Specialists of America ("PSA") is a Texas-based, multisite comprehensive pain management company. PSA is growing rapidly. We require highly competent, talented professionals who can support the business and help it 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. They have the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure excellent and quality patient care during the operative procedure and is constantly vigilant for maintenance of the sterile field.

We have opportunities for 3-4 day work weeks at the following location :

701 E. FM 1626 Suite 300

Austin, TX 78748

Phone : (512) 953-8134

Detailed Responsibilities

Pre-operative Duties are as follows :

• Wears appropriate attire and personal protective equipment (PPE)
• Gathers, checks and opens supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure
• Performs the surgical scrub and wears appropriate gown and gloves
• Sets-up the sterile back table and Mayo stand with instruments, supplies, equipment, medications, and solutions required for the procedure
• Performs initial instrument, sharps and sponge counts with the circulator
• Assists the team members with gowning and gloving
• Assists with draping the patient and establishing the sterile field
• Participates in the surgical site and patient verification during the time-out procedure
• Secures tubing, cords and other sterile accessories in accordance with processes and procedures

Intra-operative Duties are as follows :

Benefits offered if schedule averages 30 hours per week!

Requirements :

Education and Experience / Technical Skills

Other Position Requirements