Surgical Technologist - Main Operating Room

Experienced Surgical Technologist - Main Operating Room

Why MD Anderson?

Working in the Operating Room at MD Anderson Cancer Center offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of a world-renowned surgical team that's advancing the future of cancer care. You'll have access to state-of-the-art technology, innovative surgical techniques, and the opportunity to contribute to some of the most complex and life-saving procedures in the world.

We invest in your professional growth and recognize excellence through:

  • Performance Development Model (PDM): Earn pay increases for skill advancement, professional growth, and exceptional contributions.
  • Annual Merit Program: Receive performance-based salary increases.
  • Career Advancement: Expand your expertise through continuous education, specialty training, and exposure to various surgical services.


About Perioperative Services

Join a team that performs with precision, compassion, and purpose. MD Anderson's Perioperative Services team is dedicated to creating the safest surgical environment while achieving the highest standards of care. In partnership with Anesthesiology, Critical Care, Nursing, and Surgery, our department performs more than 15,000 surgical cases each year across 30+ operating rooms in the Main Building and Mays Clinic.

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist plays a critical role in supporting surgical procedures by preparing and maintaining a sterile field, ensuring instruments and equipment are ready and functioning, and assisting the surgical team to deliver safe, efficient, and exceptional patient care. This position offers more than a job; it is a career built on purpose, innovation, and teamwork.

The ideal candidate will have at least three years of experience in a tertiary hospital as a surgical technologist in the Operating Room assisting with Robotic, Laparoscopic, and Open surgical procedures (e.g., liver, pancreas, abdominoperineal resections, and/or thoracic procedures).

Shift Information
  • Specific shift will be determined based on institutional needs.
  • The first six months include Operating Room Orientation, Monday-Friday, 6:30 AM to 3:00 PM.


Key Responsibilities

Accountability & Safety
  • Adhere to all safety protocols, policies, and procedures.
  • Identify and immediately address breaks in sterile technique or unsafe conditions.
  • Maintain organization and workflow efficiency to ensure on-time case starts and timely turnovers.
  • Handle, store, and maintain surgical supplies and equipment properly.
  • Demonstrate flexibility by cross-training and supporting various surgical specialties.


Clinical Excellence
  • Prepare, set up, and verify surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment.
  • Anticipate the surgeon's and team's needs to ensure smooth, efficient procedures.
  • Maintain strict aseptic technique and perform accurate sponge, instrument, and sharps counts.
  • Contribute to continuous quality improvement initiatives and best practices.


Team Collaboration
  • Communicate effectively with all members of the surgical team.
  • Support a positive, respectful, and professional work environment.
  • Assist colleagues as needed and recognize their contributions to team success.
  • Pursue learning opportunities to enhance clinical expertise and stay current with evolving surgical practices.


EDUCATION
  • Required: High School Diploma or Equivalent
  • Preferred: Completion of an accredited surgical technologist program


WORK EXPERIENCE
  • Preferred: At least three years of Surgical Technologist experience


LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) or by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) upon hire; or
  • Required: New graduate must obtain and maintain certification within 180 Days; or
  • Required: Employed to practice surgical technology in a health care facility prior to September 1, 2009 upon hire; or
  • Required: Completed appropriate training program for surgical technology in the military of the United States or in the United States Public Health Service upon hire.


The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center offers excellent benefits, including medical, dental, paid time off, retirement, tuition benefits, educational opportunities, and individual and team recognition.

This position may be responsible for maintaining the security and integrity of critical infrastructure, as defined in Section 113.001(2) of the Texas Business and Commerce Code and therefore may require routine reviews and screening. The ability to satisfy and maintain all requirements necessary to ensure the continued security and integrity of such infrastructure is a condition of hire and continued employment.

It is the policy of The University of Texas MD Anderson Cancer Center to provide equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state, or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. http://www.mdanderson.org/about-us/legal-and-policy/legal-statements/eeo-affirmative-action.htmlmative-action.html

Additional Information
  • Requisition ID: 180389
  • Employment Status: Full-Time
  • Employee Status: Regular
  • Work Week: Day/Evening, Days, Evenings, Weekends
  • Minimum Salary: US Dollar (USD) 63,000
  • Midpoint Salary: US Dollar (USD) 86,500
  • Maximum Salary : US Dollar (USD) 110,000
  • FLSA: non-exempt and eligible for overtime pay
  • Fund Type: Hard
  • Work Location: Onsite
  • Pivotal Position: Yes
  • Referral Bonus Available?: Yes
  • Relocation Assistance Available?: Yes

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