Contract Surgical Tech - Main Operating Room

Tampa General Hospital•Tampa, FL

About The Position

InterHealth Staffing, a for-profit staffing division of Tampa General Hospital, offers 13-week seasonal assignments with competitive base pay and the potential for contract extensions based on unit needs. The seasonal program provides an opportunity to experience Tampa General Hospital and potentially transition into a permanent role. Seasonal positions generally require two years of experience, with occasional exceptions requiring at least one year. Under the general supervision of medical and nursing staff, and in accordance with policies, procedures, and professional guidelines, the Surgical Tech assists with surgical and endoscopy procedures. The role provides, assembles, and cares for surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during, and after procedures. It also assists with cleaning, restocking, and processing the surgical suite, instruments, and equipment as needed; identifies and reports situations requiring intervention to the RN or Clinician; and performs duties in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.

Requirements

Graduate of a Surgical Technologist training program.
Current certification is required.
At least 2 years of operating-room experience.
Ability to work in varied surgical settings and services, including general/GU, robotics, orthopedics, GYN, eye/ENT, and neuro/neurospine.
Orthopedic and neurosurgery experience required.

Responsibilities

Assist with surgical and endoscopy procedures under the general supervision of medical and nursing staff.
Provide, assemble, and care for surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment before, during, and after procedures.
Assist with cleaning, restocking, and processing the surgical suite, instruments, and equipment as needed.
Identify and report situations requiring intervention to the RN or Clinician.
Perform job duties in accordance with Tampa General Hospital’s mission, vision, and values.