Certified Surgical Tech Pediatric General Surgery

Job description

Your future role at a glance
Location: Austin, TX
Facility: Dell Children's Medical Center
Specialty: General Surgery
Schedule: Night | Full Time
How you’ll make an impact in this role
• Ensure the safe, smooth, and efficient progression of complex pediatric operations through proactive coordination, anticipation of surgical steps, and seamless team communication.
• Prepare pediatric operating suites adhering strictly to aseptic techniques, staging specialized sterile drapes, solutions, pediatric instrumentation, and necessary equipment.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and pass requested instruments, sutures, and supplies with high precision to maintain workflow during critical surgical stages.
• Assist in the safe transport, positioning, and draping of pediatric patients while continuously managing an organized sterile field and conducting rigorous, accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharps.

What minimum requirements you’ll need
Licensure / Certification / Registration
• Required Credential(s):
• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following:
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 6 Months (180 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preference
• Monday - Friday 6:30pm - 7:00am
• 2+ years Pediatric CST experience!

Benefits that help you thrive
• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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