Certified Surgical Technologist 1 - TGH Surgery Center at Morsani

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

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About The Position

The Certified Surgical Technologist 1 is an integral member of the surgical team, assisting under the supervision of a licensed professional and supporting patient care. The role maintains a sterile environment, ensures equipment functionality, and supports invasive and noninvasive procedures to prioritize patient safety. It requires knowledge of aseptic techniques, human anatomy, and surgical tools, and work aligned with Tampa General Hospital’s mission and values. The technologist prepares the operating room and sterile field, supports team members and patients during procedures, participates in verification and counts, handles specimens safely, and assists with room turnover. The role also demonstrates competence in first-scrub duties across a range of procedures and at least three surgical specialties, responds to operating-room emergencies, anticipates perioperative needs, collaborates with peers and multidisciplinary teams, and assists with circulating tasks as needed.

Requirements

Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Surgical Technology Program, or a military surgical technology program.
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting, or Tech in Surgery (TS-C) certification from the National Center for Competency Testing.
One year of surgical experience.
Technical and procedural competence in at least three surgical specialties.
Proficient knowledge, skills, and abilities of a Certified Surgical Technologist.
Proficiency in surgical techniques, instrumentation, and procedures.

Responsibilities

Gather, check, and open supplies and equipment needed for procedures.
Set up sterile instruments, supplies, and medications or solutions.
Assist team members with gowning, gloving, and draping the patient.
Establish the sterile field and secure tubing, cords, and accessories.
Participate in surgical-site and patient verification during the time-out procedure.
Prepare and anticipate additional instruments, equipment, and supplies.
Maintain sterile technique and perform necessary counts.
Safely manage and handle specimens.
Prepare sterile dressings.
Maintain clean instruments for sterilization.
Assist with room cleaning and preparation for the next patient.
Assist with patient positioning and transfers.
Demonstrate proficiency in the first-scrub role for a wide range of surgical procedures.
Respond effectively to operating-room emergencies using sound judgment and precision.
Use critical-thinking skills to anticipate the perioperative needs of the patient and surgical team.
Collaborate with peers and multidisciplinary teams on surgical patient care decisions.
Assist with circulating responsibilities and tasks as needed.
Perform additional duties as assigned.