Certified Surgical Technologist

Summary

The Texas Heart Institute at Baylor College of Medicine is seeking a certified surgical technologist to provide services in the Large Animal Core, a satellite of the Center for Comparative Medicine. This position will be on an as-needed basis to assist the principal investigator with large animal surgeries. 

Job Duties

• Prepares and organizes the operating suite equipment, instruments, and supplies for cardiovascular procedures such as LVAD, pacemakers, heart catheterization, and artificial heart implantation.
• Sets up and maintain a sterile and sanitary environment in compliance with established professional protocols.
  Follows relevant safety and sanitation guidelines.
• Inspects, replaces, and sterilizes medical instruments as needed.
• Provides surgeons and veterinarians with needed assistance during procedures using proper body mechanics as accepted by the standard of care.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED and completion of a Surgical Technologist Program.
• Two years of relevant experience.
• Must obtain Certified Surgical Technologist by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) within six months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications

• Specialized knowledge of cardiovascular procedures.

 

 

 

Work Authorization Requirement:

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application and throughout the duration of employment. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. 

 

Baylor College of Medicine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Equal Access Employer.