Certified Surgical Tech CST PRN

Overview

Join Baylor Scott and White Medical Center - McKinney as a Registered Nurse in the Operating Room. PRN variable days and nights; minimum of 16 hours per pay period. On-call: 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year. Requires a minimum of 2 years CST experience.

• Shift/
  
  Schedule:
  
  PRN variable days and nights. Minimum of 16 hours per pay period.
• On-Call: 1 major and 1 minor holiday per year.
• Requirement:
  Requires a minimum of 2 years CST experience.

• Operating Room:
  Fast-paced environment with high-acuity patients. Leadership supports learning, mentoring, and development.
• Patient Population:
  General and Orthopedic surgery
• Number of Beds: 9
• Department Specifics:
  Strong team atmosphere;
  Level II Trauma hospital; latest robotic-assisted orthopedic surgery with 3 DaVinci Xi Robots; state-of-the-art OR suites with built-in integration; focus on career development and a Culture of Safety:
  Zero harm initiatives.

• Magnet Recognized Facility. 191-bed hospital, part of the largest not-for-profit health system in Texas.
• Offers personalized care, advanced technology, and hotel-like amenities with private rooms.
• As a large system, provides diverse career opportunities and resources to support professional growth.

The Surgical Technologist 2 functions in the intraoperative phase to expedite surgical procedures under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This role assists the surgical team by ensuring the operating room is safe, equipped, and ready for procedures.

• Prepare operative site, instrument sets, and supplies; ensure proper instrument counts and equipment functioning.
• Assist with draping, positioning, and passing sterile supplies; maintain sterility and instrument integrity.
• Observe infection control policies and regulatory guidelines; ensure safe environment for staff and patients.
• Maintain inventory of sterile supplies and equipment; manage cart contents and records.
• Support proper specimen handling, dressings, and post-case room setup.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons and team members; anticipate needs during procedures.

Key Success Factors

• Knowledge of infection prevention and sterilization standards; sterile/aseptic technique; anatomy and surgical procedures.
• Strong verbal and written communication and teamwork.
• Awareness of hazards and adherence to safety guidelines.

• Education:
  
  Graduate of an accredited program.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 2 years CST experience.
• Certification/License: BLS (within 30 days of hire/transfer); CST certification from NBSTSA or NCCT; formal ST training (military/public health service acceptable); prior ST employment in a healthcare facility before 9/1/2009 acceptable with GAP and CST requirements.

• Excellent benefits including a generous 401(k) with company match; benefits vary by position/type.
• Strong shared governance model with unit-based councils and Nursing Practice Council; emphasis on evidence-based practice and innovation.
• Culture of safety and inter-professional collaboration to ensure high-quality patient outcomes.

Belonging:
We believe all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported; our workforce should reflect the communities we serve.