Surgical Technologist - Orthopedic Operating Room - ST
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon. This role primarily functions in the scrub role, taking responsibility for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. The Surgical Technologist must possess knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique and be capable of adapting to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting. As a member of the surgical team, the technologist utilizes knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation, and technology. The hospital in Jacksonville features state-of-the-art facilities, including 34 operating rooms, an IMRI OR suite, and a dedicated endovascular OR suite, utilizing modern equipment and advanced technology to blend healing with medical science.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program
- Certification in Surgical Technology from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required within one year of hire date and maintained thereafter (with an exception for Mayo Clinic in Florida and Arizona hires prior to 11/20/2024)
- Maintains Basic Life Support (BLS) competency
- Current BLS certification required upon hire
- Certification through NBSTSA required within one year of hire date
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient care to the surgical patient under the supervision of the registered nurse (RN) and in collaboration with the surgeon
- Function primarily in the scrub role
- Responsible for selecting, preparing, and maintaining instrumentation, equipment, and supplies
- Possess knowledge in the application of sterile and aseptic technique
- Able to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting
- Utilize knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, surgical instrumentation and technology as member of the surgical team
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
