Student Veterans of America Jobs

Welcome to SVA’s jobs portal, your one-stop shop for finding the most up to date source of employment opportunities. We have partnered with the National Labor Exchange to provide you this information. You may be looking for part-time employment to supplement your income while you are in school. You might be looking for an internship to add experience to your resume. And you may be completing your training ready to start a new career. This site has all of those types of jobs.

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Job Information

Baylor Scott & White Health Surgical Technologist First Assistant in Lakeway, Texas

About Us

At Baylor Scott & White Health, we prioritize the well-being of everyone, including people, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is Texas' largest non-profit healthcare system, encouraging healthy living.

Our Core Values are:

  • We serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.

  • We never settle by constantly striving for better.

  • We are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.

  • We make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.

Benefits

Our competitive benefits package empowers you to live well and provides:

  • Eligibility on day 1 for all benefits

  • Dollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%

  • Debt-free tuition assistance, offering accessto many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more

  • Immediate access to time off benefits

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority. Visit BSWHealth.com/Benefits to learn about all of our programs that supports mind, body and spirit

Note: Benefits may vary based on position type and/or level

Job Summary

The Surgical Tech First Assistant combines duties of Certified Surgical Technologist and First Assistant in major surgeries. This person is crucial to surgical teams during complex procedures, working collaboratively with a Registered Nurse. In the role of First Assistant, they work closely under surgeon guidance, with dynamic responsibilities and growth opportunities within a supportive team.

What You'll Do

  • Ensure supplies, equipment, instruments are ready, open, and working well for each procedure.

  • You'll update preference cards based on surgeon's preferences. Cards list equipment, supplies, and notes for current and future procedures.

  • You will work with surgeons before the procedure to discuss equipment and supply needs. You will assist in creating instrument trays.

  • Prepare the operating room according to the surgical schedule. Arrange sterile instruments and supplies for each procedure required.

  • You will perform quality assurance procedures on equipment and report any issues found.

  • You will assist the surgeon during surgery by providing sterile supplies and anticipating the team's needs.

  • Handle surgical specimens per protocol, notify nurse about source material, then deliver to correct location.

What Will Make You Successful In The Role

  • You need good communication skills and a deep knowledge of operating room procedures.

  • Collaboration with hospital departments and understanding patient processes is key.

  • Being a proven team player is vital.

Belonging Statement

We think everyone should feel included, valued, and supported. Our staff should represent our communities.

Qualifications

  • Completion of an accredited program is mandatory.

  • A minimum of (4) four years of experience

  • Applicants must have Basic Life Support certification or must secure one within 30 days of joining the team.

  • You must be certified as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical First Assistant by either NBSTSA or NCCT.

As a health care system committed to improving the health of those we serve, we are asking our employees to model the same behaviours that we promote to our patients. As of January 1, 2012, Baylor Scott & White Health no longer hires individuals who use nicotine products. We are an equal opportunity employer committed to ensuring a diverse workforce. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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