Surgical Tech II- ASC South
Company: Shannon Health
Location: San Angelo
Posted on: March 26, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Summary Under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or
Physician performs a variety of specialized technical duties in the
surgical or procedural environment. This position assists the
surgical team using equipment and instrumentation to ensure that
the operating room environment is safe, and that required equipment
is available and functioning properly. Physical Requirements The
ability to perform the duties and responsibility of the position,
with or without reasonable accommodations for disabilities. The
ability to consistently lift, push or pull loads of up to fifty
(50) pounds. (Unless nursing 50) Sufficient strength, mobility and
stamina to make frequent location and position changes, assist with
patient care, and perform other physical activities of average
difficulty. Candidates whose disabilities make them unable to meet
the requirements will still be considered fully qualified if they
can perform the essential functions of the job with reasonable
accommodations. May be exposed to infectious or contagious disease.
May have to handle emergency situations. May be subject to
irregular hours. May be required to wear protective equipment such
as eye protection, face protection, masks, sterile/nonsterile
gloves, isolation gowns. May be exposed to
toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents. Physical activities include
continuous sitting, and occasional walking, standing, bending,
squatting, climbing, kneeling and twisting. Activity Conditions
(Occasionally, Frequently, Continuously): Sitting- Occasionally
Walking- Continuously Standing- Occasionally Bending-Occasionally
Squatting - Occasionally Climbing-Occasionally
Kneeling-Occasionally Twisting-Occasionally Visual and Hearing
Requirements Must be able to see with corrective eye wear. Must be
able to hear clearly with assistance. Working Conditions Primarily
Works in a well-lighted and air-conditioned environment with period
of heavy workload and stress. This role may include working in
less-than-ideal home conditions, which can include exposure to
extreme temperatures and environments that may not meet typical
cleanliness standards such as clutter, unkept surfaces, and homes
with pets. Works in various conditions. Performance: Essential
Functions Decision Making: Ability to make decisions and takes
appropriate action based on the information they have. Recognizes
own limitations and consults with the supervisor, manager, or team
member when appropriate. Time Management: Works efficiently and
manages duties to ensure that tasks are completed with accuracy and
within the scheduled shift or reasonable amount of time. Quality &
Quantity: Demonstrates accurate, knowledge and skill to carry out
job duties. Follows departmental work policies and procedures.
Speed and consistency of output, and time utilization of job
duties. Computer Knowledge & Electronic Equipment Use: Demonstrates
ability to consistently utilize electronic equipment and online
computer programs to perform job duties, including electronic
documentation, and order entry. Resource Utilization: Consistently
utilizes and maintains supplies and equipment to minimize lost
charges and unnecessary equipment repair-replacement.
Confidentiality: Adheres to established policies on privacy and
security requirements for compliance with the Health Insurance
Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), as applicable by
Shannon Policy. Responsibilities Supervises the Following Positions
Positions: N/A Performance: Position Specific Essential Functions
Assist in the preparation for patient procedures; arranges drapes,
dressings, instruments, basins, solutions and other items on
instruments table and trays for maximum efficiency in handling.
Ensures the proper functioning of surgical instruments, equipment
and supplies during surgical procedures. Maintains strict aseptic
environment. Labels and dispatches solutions, medications per
physician order and hospital policy. Demonstrates knowledge of the
step-by-step progress of specific procedures displays dexterity in
the use of required instrumentation; participates in specimen
management by correctly identifying specimen when received from the
surgeon and when forwarding specimen to the circulator. Prepares
and knows the specific uses of all equipment and supplies for
procedures; performs procedural counts if required per policy &
utilizes time management skills. Attends meetings and in-services
as assigned; follows work schedules and demonstrates good
attendance; works independently, uses time effectively and
completes work by assigned deadlines; performs other duties as
needed to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. Follows infection
control policies, Association of perioperative Registered Nurses
(AORN) recommendation practices, Occupational Safety and Health
Administration (OSHA) guidelines, and other regulatory requirements
in order to assure a safe work environment for self, coworkers and
patients Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications
Education Required High School Diploma, GED, or equivalent
Completion of an accredited Surgical Tech program Experience:
Preferred One year of experience as a Surgical Tech
Certification/Licensure: Required Must have one of the following:
Surgical Technician Certification by the National Board of Surgical
Technology and Surgical Assisting Surgical Technician Certification
by the National Center for Competency Testing United States
Military or United States Public Health Service Surgical Technology
Program Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification Must obtain within
ninety (90) days of hire
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