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Surgical Tech - Seasonal PRN

Austin, TX · On-site

$45/hr

Temporary - Program runs from October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026 Seasonal requirements: * Current HCA/SVG employees are not eligible to transfer into the seasonal program * All Seasonal Staff ...

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Surgical Tech - Seasonal PRN

HCA Healthcare

Round Rock, TX • On-site

$45/hr

Other

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired today. Applications are no longer accepted.

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6.5

Company rating: 6.5 out of 10

Based on 2,308 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

614th of 898 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Introduction

**$45 seasonal rate**

SHIFT: PRN - Minimum 24 hours per week (3 shifts)

SCHEDULE: Temporary - Program runs from October 1, 2026 through December 31, 2026

Seasonal requirements:

  • Current HCA/SVG employees are not eligible to transfer into the seasonal program
  • All Seasonal Staff are required to work a minimum of 24 hours per week / 48 hours per pay period during the seasonal period to qualify
  • Seasonal Staff may be asked to float to another center within the same division/market if emergent staffing needs exist
  • Seasonal Staff are PRN status employees and are subject to first call-off
  • Schedules/shifts may vary based on center needs

We are hiring a Temporary Surgical Tech for a seasonal commitment to help meet staffing demands during our high-volume season. Our seasonal Surgical Techs earn high pay rates and have priority over future FT/PT/PRN positions after the seasonal program ends.

Job Summary & Qualifications

Under the direction of a Registered Nurse, the Surgical Tech contributes to the company’s mission and vision by assisting with the provision of safe and effective nursing care in accordance with a defined scope of practice within the operating room. This may include: direct patient care and observation, scrubbing and assisting the surgeon at the operative field, surgical room turnover between cases, collection and recording of pertinent clinical data in the medical record and consistent collaboration with the Registered Nurse in clinical decision making.

What you will do in this role:

  • Demonstrate necessary practical, technical, or specialized skills required for the role of the surgical technician in accordance with Association of Surgical Technologists
  • Assist in preparing the operative suite for surgery by checking and gathering supplies, equipment, and instruments
  • Ensure that surgical asepsis is maintained in the handling of instruments, sponges, sutures, drains, needles, and dressings
  • Assist in the turnover of the O.R. suites between cases, disposing of trash and linens, and cleaning of equipment and environmental surfaces
  • Prepare procedure room for use the following day by bringing in equipment, setting up, "pulling cases" accurately, and reporting to supervisor items that are needed and not available

Qualifications you will need:

  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program (preferred)
  • One year experience in an operating room setting (preferably in an ambulatory surgery center)
  • Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program as required per facility practice and state regulatory requirement; otherwise preferred
  • Valid BCLS Certification upon employment ***Online certification not acceptable
Benefits

HCA Healthcare offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include some or all of the following:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and position. 

"Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do."- Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr.
HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth, we encourage you to apply for our Surgical Tech - Seasonal PRN opening. We review all applications. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities and apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status

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