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Surgical Scrub Tech
Location: Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Main Street, Houston TX
Position: Temp
About Us
Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Main Street is a proud member of United Surgical Partners International (USPI), a leading provider of ambulatory surgical services. Our center is dedicated to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care in a safe and efficient environment. We specialize in a range of surgical procedures and pride ourselves on innovation, excellence, and compassionate service.
Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Surgical Scrub Tech to join our team at Memorial Hermann Surgery Center Main Street. This role plays a crucial part in ensuring seamless surgical and patient care operations. The ideal candidate is passionate about delivering high-quality care, has a strong attention to detail, and thrives in a collaborative healthcare environment.
Key Responsibilities
- Anticipates the needs of the surgical team. Establishes and maintains sterile field during surgical procedures in the operating room. Reporting Relationship: Reports to Clinical Director/Administrator
- Ensures sterility of all supplies and instruments during set up of surgical procedures.
- Assists circulating nurse and surgical team in maintaining sterile environment.
- Assists circulating nurse in gathering necessary surgical supplies and equipment.
- Is responsible for doing sponge, needle, and instrument count pre-operatively and intra-operative with the circulating nurse.
- Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants.
- Assists in keeping physician preference cards accurate/updated.
- Retains all specimens to be sent to pathology, confirming source/name of specimen with surgeon.
- Transports all surgical equipment to appropriate cleaning areas. Assists in sterile supply with cleaning and reprocessing of instrument sets.
- Interacts appropriately and effectively with all patients/others regardless of age or ethnic background.
- Uses Standard Universal Precautions, appropriate hand hygiene, personal protective equipment, and safe practices to ensure personal safety and a safe environment.
- Assists with environmental hazard and infection control surveillance and participates in emergency preparedness drills.
- Follows all equipment and safety guidelines and is responsible for knowledgeable use and care of equipment.
- Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
- Attends inservices, conferences, and meetings as required.
- Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staffs, patients, and employees. Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
- Maintains designated certifications such as CPR, as offered by the center.
- Acts in accordance with the vision, mission, and business philosophy of the Center.
- Complies with Policies and Procedures, and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.
Skills Required
- Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
- General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures for an operating room.
Experience Required
- High School Diploma/GED; completion of a Scrub Technician Program. Certification preferable.
- Two years experience as a Scrub Tech in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Why Join Us?
- Competitive compensation and benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and retirement plans.
- Work-life balance – predictable schedules with no weekend or holiday shifts for most positions.
- Collaborative and supportive work environment.
- Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
Who We Are
United Surgical Partners International (USPI) partners with leading physicians and healthcare systems to provide top-tier surgical care in outpatient settings. We are committed to delivering superior healthcare experiences with integrity, innovation, and compassion.
Join our team and make a difference in patient care today!
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