Sr Surgical Technologist

About the role

Come lead with us at Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital. At Houston Methodist, the Sr Surgical Technologist position requires proficient knowledge and skills necessary to carry out delegated tasks associated with the safe and efficient operating room support functions and related procedures. This position works independently, exercising sound judgment, and reports observations and patient problems to the licensed nurse or surgeon. In addition to performing the duties and responsibilities of a Surgical Technologist, the Sr Surgical Technologist position provides mentoring and guidance for Surgical Technologist positions, utilizing skills and knowledge, helping to train and orient others. This position is responsible for assigned non-nursing functions and practices relationship-centered care in concert with Houston Methodist values. Other duties for the Sr Surgical Technologist position will include general patient care and department upkeep as delegated by licensed personnel.

Schedule

Day Shift

Responsibilities

• Promotes a positive work environment that actively assists interprofessional health care team to achieve optimal department results.
• Facilitates open, professional (verbal, nonverbal, written) communication which includes active listening and teaching to achieve mutual understanding, role modeling by example.
• Teaches others to critically think by verbally expressing rationale for decisions and follows up, providing structured feedback with examples.
• Serves as the department preceptor for new surgical technologists, utilizing skills and knowledge to train and orient others.
• Facilitates teamwork by anticipating the need for assistance and responding