CHRISTUS Health

Certified Surgical Technologist - Surgical Serivces

CORPUS CHRISTI, TXPosted in 4 months

Job summary

  • Job post source

    This job is directly from CHRISTUS Health

  • Job overview

    The Certified Surgical Technologist role at CHRISTUS Health involves assisting in pre-operative patient care and preparing the operating room to support surgical procedures, impacting patient safety and surgical efficiency.

  • Responsibilities and impact

    The technologist prepares patients and the operating room, maintains sterile fields, assists surgeons by passing instruments, updates preference cards, ensures safety and aseptic techniques, and collaborates with the surgical team.

  • Experience and skills

    Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, completion of a Surgical Technology or accredited LVN/LPN program, BLS certification, and certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology or LVN/LPN license; 2+ years experience preferred.

  • Work environment and culture

    The role is within a leading acute care hospital with a focus on teamwork, safety, and clinical expertise in a state-of-the-art medical environment.

  • Company information

    CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi is a major acute care facility with advanced emergency, cardiac, cancer, and stroke services, affiliated with Texas A&M University System Health and Science Center College of Medicine.

  • Job location and travel

    Located in Corpus Christi, Texas, at a large acute care hospital with modern surgical and emergency facilities.

  • Unique job features

    The position offers exposure to diverse surgical specialties including transplants, open heart, urology, neurology, robotics, and more, with opportunities to work in a teaching hospital setting.

Company overview

Christus Health is a not-for-profit health system that provides comprehensive healthcare services through hospitals, clinics, and long-term care facilities across the United States and Latin America. The organization generates revenue through patient services, medical procedures, and partnerships with other healthcare providers. Founded in 1999 through the merger of Sisters of Charity Health Care System and Incarnate Word Health System, Christus Health is dedicated to extending the healing ministry of Jesus Christ by offering compassionate care to underserved communities.

How to land this job

  • Position your resume to highlight your certification as a Surgical Technologist or LVN/LPN license, emphasizing your compliance with CHRISTUS Health's requirement for certification within 180 days of graduation or prior licensure.

  • Focus on showcasing your experience with aseptic techniques, maintaining sterile fields, and proficiency in preparing operating rooms according to physician preference cards, as these are key responsibilities in the job description.

  • Apply through multiple channels including CHRISTUS Health's corporate career site and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and increase your chances of being noticed for the Certified Surgical Technologist role.

  • Connect with current Surgical Services team members at CHRISTUS Health via LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent hospital achievements like their Level II Trauma Center status or their affiliation with Texas A&M University to break the ice.

  • Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'aseptic technique,' 'sterile field,' 'surgical instruments,' 'BLS certified,' and 'patient care in OR' to ensure it passes automated screenings effectively.

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