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Lead Surgical Technologist

2 months ago

Cypress, Texas, United States Houston Methodist Full time

Position Overview
At Houston Methodist, the Lead Surgical Technologist role necessitates advanced expertise and capabilities essential for executing assigned responsibilities related to the secure and effective support functions within the operating room and associated procedures.

This role operates autonomously, demonstrating sound judgment, and communicates observations and patient concerns to the licensed nurse or surgeon.

Key Responsibilities
In addition to fulfilling the duties of a Surgical Technologist, the Lead Surgical Technologist is responsible for mentoring and guiding Surgical Technologists, leveraging their skills and knowledge to assist in training and orientation.

This position also encompasses non-nursing responsibilities and promotes relationship-centered care in alignment with the values of Houston Methodist.

Additional responsibilities include general patient care and maintaining departmental standards as directed by licensed personnel.

People Essential Functions
Encourages a constructive work atmosphere that actively supports the interprofessional healthcare team in achieving optimal departmental outcomes.
Facilitates transparent, professional communication (verbal, nonverbal, written) that includes active listening and educational efforts to foster mutual understanding, serving as a role model.

Encourages critical thinking among peers by articulating the rationale behind decisions and providing structured feedback with examples. Acts as the department preceptor for new surgical technologists, utilizing expertise to train and orient others.

Promotes teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding positively to requests for help. Engages in peer accountability to enhance departmental employee engagement scores.

Service Essential Functions
Prepares the operating room, equipment, and supplies for upcoming patients. Anticipates additional instruments, equipment, and supplies required during procedures prior to the surgeon's scrubbing in. Maintains and accurately updates surgeon preference cards within the relevant service line.

Anticipates the requirements of the surgeon and nursing staff by providing instruments and supplies during surgical procedures, competently fulfilling the role of surgical technologist across various surgical specialties including but not limited to orthopedics, gynecology, general surgery, ENT, ophthalmology, urology, cardiovascular, spine, neurology, oral/maxillofacial, and minimally invasive techniques.

Assists the circulating RN with surgical counts of sponges, instruments, needles, and other items.

Exemplifies behaviors and skills through peer accountability to enhance patient satisfaction scores.

Quality/Safety Essential Functions
Upholds the highest standards of sterile technique during preoperative and postoperative procedures. Prepares sterile dressings and/or immobilization devices. Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization following surgical procedures. Aids other team members in the terminal cleaning of the operating room.

Contributes to the implementation and education of department-based safety initiatives and standards of practice. Effectively manages multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision.

Participates in debriefing and quality improvement initiatives to ensure high-quality patient care. Initiates corrective actions and improvement activities aimed at enhancing departmental and hospital quality and safety objectives, reporting near misses, and collaborating with the interprofessional healthcare team.

Finance Essential Functions
Ensures efficient utilization of surgical supplies and minimizes the opening of supplies until confirmed for use during surgery. Provides recommendations for cost containment during surgical cases.

Demonstrates self-motivation to manage time effectively, minimizing incidental overtime, and prioritizes daily tasks. Utilizes downtime efficiently to assist team members.

Growth/Innovation Essential Functions
Identifies and proposes areas for innovation, efficiency, and improvement for departmental projects and shared governance activities. May co-chair a unit-based Shared Governance Council.

Acts as a resource in surgical technology for the department on various hospital committees. Engages in one departmental or hospital committee or subcommittee and facilitates the achievement of the committee's goals.

Proactively seeks opportunities for knowledge enhancement and skill development, focusing on continual professional growth. Regularly updates the My Development plan.

This job description is not exhaustive; the employee may also perform other related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to modify job duties and responsibilities as necessary.

Education
High School diploma or equivalent education (e.g., GED, verification of homeschool equivalency, partial or full completion of post-secondary education, etc.)
Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program or military training equivalency.

Work Experience
Two years of experience as a Surgical Technologist.

Licenses and Certifications - Required
BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND
CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant (NCCSA) Certification by the Surgical Technologist Association OR
TS-C - Technologist in Surgery-Certified (NCCT) National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) OR
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist (NBSTSA) the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR
GRNDF - Surgical Technologist Met Grandfather Clause (Bill or meet the Grandfather clause (Bill 643).

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through ongoing skills assessments and performance evaluations. Proficient in speaking, reading, and writing the English language to perform essential job functions, particularly regarding patient or employee safety.

Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members, and colleagues in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles. Demonstrates understanding of medical terminology.

Exhibits independence and sound judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care teams, and patients and their families. Proficient in the use of hospital databases such as EPIC, with the ability to access information both in the department and within the hospital system.

Strong knowledge in the use of procedure software and surgical instruments, including the appropriate use of surgical supplies. Competent in decontamination and operation of autoclave equipment.

Demonstrates expertise and serves as a clinical resource in one or more surgical specialty service lines.

Supplemental Requirements
Work Attire
Uniform No
Scrubs Yes
Business professional No
Other (department approved) No
On-Call
Employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (e.g., disasters, severe weather events, etc.).
On Call: Yes
Travel
Travel specifications may vary by department. May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area: No. May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area: No.

Company Profile
Houston Methodist Cypress Hospital, scheduled to open in the near future, will be Houston Methodist's ninth hospital and will incorporate the most advanced technology available from the day the doors open. With 100 beds (at opening; licensed for 276) and a prime location in a rapidly growing corridor, the hospital will be equipped with technologically advanced innovations designed to enhance patient communication with physicians, staff, and families.

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