Location/Facility: Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Brenham

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Specialty/Department/Practice: General OR

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Status/Shift: Full time, Day Shift

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Schedule: 8 hour shifts (6:30am - 3pm) with 7-8 days call a month

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About Us

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Here at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the well-being of all individuals, families, and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest not-for-profit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live well.

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Our Core Values are:

\n\nWe serve faithfully by doing what's right with a joyful heart.\nWe never settle by constantly striving for better.\nWe are in it together by supporting one another and those we serve.\nWe make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional experience.\n\n

Benefits

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

\n\nEligibility on day 1 for all benefits\nDollar-for-dollar 401(k) match, up to 5%\nDebt-free tuition assistance, offering access to many no-cost and low-cost degrees, certificates and more\nImmediate access to time off benefits\n\n

At Baylor Scott & White Health, your well-being is our top priority.

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

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Job Summary

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As an LVN Surgical Tech, you'll help in surgeries in the operating room. You'll assist a Registered Nurse and manage medical tools. Your role is vital for smooth surgical team operations. Your work ensures a safe and efficient environment for surgeries.

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Essential Functions of the Role

\n\nYou will talk to surgeons to understand their needs and prepare instruments before surgery starts.\nResponsibly prepare the operation site, ensuring it is thoroughly cleaned and prepped as necessary.\nYou will manage and prepare instrument tables in a well-organized manner to prevent instrument damage and discrepancies in instrument count.\nCheck the functionality of all surgical instruments, equipment and supplies during the operation to ensure optimal performance.\nDuring surgery, precise counting skills are used to track sponges, sharps, tools, and other items following protocols.\nYou will closely anticipate and meet the needs of the surgeon and other surgical team staff during procedures.\nAssisting with the draping and positioning of the patient will be another important aspect of your role.\nHandling surgical specimens as required, ensuring delivery to the circulating nurse from the sterile field according to protocol.\nAfter surgery, you will help in applying surgical dressings to the operation site.\nAfter the procedure, responsibility includes:\n\nTaking apart instruments carefully\nDisposing of sharps, fluids, and waste safely\nPreparing tools for decontamination.\n\n\nYou will be involved in the sterilization, maintenance, and preparation of surgical tools, equipment and supplies for further use.\nAfter each operation, your diligence will be required in cleaning the operating room and returning equipment to designated storage areas.\nCompliance with all regulatory norms will be crucial to ensure the work environment is safe.\nPrior to patient use, ensure adequate knowledge and orientation with all tools and equipment is attained.\n\n

Key Success Factors

\n\nYou should have a good understanding of how to prevent infections and comply with sterilization regulations.\nIt's important to understand the theory behind sterile and aseptic techniques, as well as how to apply them.\nA familiarity with human anatomy, various surgical procedures, and surgical tools and technologies will be beneficial.\nExcellent communication skills and the ability to interact well with others are paramount.\nBe aware that there may be occasional exposure to chemicals and radiation hazards.\n\n

Belonging Statement

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We believe that all people should feel welcomed, valued and supported, and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we serve.

QUALIFICATIONS

\n\nEDUCATION - H.S. Diploma/GED Equivalent\nEXPERIENCE - Less than 1 Year of Experience\nCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION - License Pract/Vocational Nurse (LVN) and Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or transfer.\n