Surgical Tech II at Arnold Palmer Hospital Surgery (FT/Days)
About The Position
Arnold Palmer Hospital is currently seeking a Surgical Tech II demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of sterile technique and has a working knowledge of the specialized instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of special procedures. Surgical services are available 24 hours per day, 365 days per year with in-house staffing. The APH Surgery Department works in conjunction with Pre-Admission Testing, the Pre-Anesthesia Care Area, and Post Anesthesia Care Unit. Other support departments that are non-clinical include Sterile Supply and the Sterile Processing Department. The operating room is defined as the space and equipment necessary for the successful completion of surgical procedures. The APH Surgery Department, in conjunction with Anesthesia Services offers perioperative care to children, both inpatient and outpatient, who meet the anesthesia ASA Class I, II, III or IV physical status criteria of the American Society of Anesthesiologists. The major services include elective, urgent and emergent surgical procedures for pediatric patients. Patients having local, general, monitored anesthesia care, or regional anesthesia are treated. Pediatric patients are accepted and approved by the attending surgeon and anesthesiologist. In the case of patients >21 years of age, a panel reviews the patient history and surgical needs for appropriate admission to APH. The surgery department staff is scheduled to provide flexible nursing care and services for elective scheduled, STAT NOW, emergent and urgent cases around the clock. APH Surgery Department provides coverage for STAT NOW, urgent and emergent cases, including trauma cases 24/7.
Requirements
- High school graduate or equivalent.
- Successful completion of: Surgical Technology training program; or Orlando Health training program
- Maintains current BLS/HealthCare Provider certification.
- Two (2) years surgical tech experience. (CST certification may substitute for the two (2) years of surgical tech experience).
Responsibilities
- Reviews preference and verifies case cart completely prior to case.
- Responsible for the maintenance of an orderly surgical field and for consistently passing instruments and supplies quickly and efficiently to the surgeon.
- Able to anticipate and prioritize the needs of the various steps associated with the procedure.
- Takes part in sponge, needle and instruments counts as dictated by the procedure.
- Responsible for maintaining the surgical specimen in a manner which identifies and preserves them for pathology evaluation.
- Assists in ordering and stocking of specialty supplies under the direction of management staff and departmental guidelines.
- Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
- May have limited access to areas storing medications.
- Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
- Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Opportunities for professional growth and advancement using a clinical ladder.
- Supportive and collaborative work environment.
- Continuing education and professional development opportunities.
- Retirement Savings Plan with up to 5% match.
- Financial savings accounts and Health Savings Accounts.
- Nearly 5 weeks of PTO in your 1st year of employment.
- Employer paid life insurance, Short & Long-Term Disability.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
