Surgical Tech (Cert) / Surgical Tech / FT / Days / Weekends
- Full-time
Responsibilities
Northwest Texas Healthcare
System is a 495 bed system serving the city of
Amarillo and the surrounding region. We offer the ideal combination
of traditional values and the most advanced technologies in
healthcare, plus the conveniences of big city living in a friendly,
smaller-town atmosphere. From the beauty of Palo Duro Canyon and
great recreational facilities, to our quality educational system,
Amarillo is a great place to live and
work.
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hospital is only as good as its employees. That's why we're looking
for professionals who are dedicated and passionate about their
work. We're looking for employees who can add to our culture of
exemplary patient care and personal excellence. We're looking for
exceptional professionals who share our vision and
values.
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Visit us
https : / / www.nwths.com / careers
Position : Surgical Tech (Cert)
having extensive knowledge, experience, proficiency and / or
certifications in comprehensive, technical surgical skills that
provides technical leadership in the care of the perioperative
patient. Working under the direct supervision of a Registered
Nurse, attends to the patients direct care needs. Acts a primary
preceptor for Surgical Technology Students, Techs, and Sr. Techs in
developing needed direct care skills and performs tasks as
delegated by the RN. Works in partnership with a Registered Nurse
and although this individual does not assume an independent
assignment, can be relied upon to demonstrate excellence in the
direct care of the most complex perioperative patients.
Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement initiatives in
collaboration with other health team members. Supports an
organizational culture for Service Excellence and practices the
Service Excellence Standards to all customer
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the RN with implementation of an age appropriate plan of care
through tasks routinely delegated by the RN and tasks delegated by
the RN based on patient’s condition and the individual’s
simple uncomplicated surgical cases applicable to the Tech level.
Demonstrates both knowledge and
technical expertise regarding sterile
processing.
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Demonstrates both knowledge and technical expertise
regarding procedures, equipment, supplies, instruments, and
surgical sequence for all procedures applicable to the Tech level
(see attached Tech Orientation Checklist).
Demonstrates ability to use prior
knowledge in adapting to and learning new
procedures.
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Assists
the RN to provide an environment conducive to safety for patients,
visitors, and employees.
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Benefit
Highlights :
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Challenging and rewarding work
environment
Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision
and Prescription Drug Plan
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401(K) with company match and
discounted stock plan
Free Basic Life
Insurance
About
Universal Health Services
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One of the nation’s
largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare
services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (NYSE : UHS) has built an
impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily
since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation,
annual revenues were $15.8 billion in 2024. During the year, UHS
was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies
by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest
Public Companies.
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Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA,
UHS has approximately 99,000 employees and continues to grow
through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals,
behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory
care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and
various related services located all over the U.S. States,
Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom.
www.uhs.com
Qualifications
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EDUCATION, TRAINING, EXPERIENCE AND
LICENSES / REGISTRATIONS
REQUIRED
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High School diploma or equivalent
required
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Was employed to practice surgical
technology in a healthcare facility before September 1, 2009
or Is in
the service of the federal government, to the extent the person is
performing duties related to that
service
Completion of a surgical technologist program with
certification required.
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Two years surgical technology
experience preferred.
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Current BLS certification from the
American Heart Association upon hire or within 30 days of start
date and maintain certification throughout employment. This
must be obtained prior to providing patient
care.
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System, a subsidiary of UHS, is not accepting unsolicited
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be paid in the event the candidate is hired by UHS as a result of
the referral or through other
means.
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laws.
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