Surgical Technologist - Neurosurgery Operating Room - ST
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgeon. Primarily serving in the scrub role, the technologist selects, prepares, and maintains instrumentation, equipment, and supplies; applies sterile and aseptic technique; and adapts to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting. The role uses knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team. The Jacksonville hospital has 34 operating rooms, including an IMRI OR suite and a dedicated endovascular OR suite, and uses modern equipment and advanced technology. Candidates may be considered for either the Surgical Technologist or Advanced Surgical Technologist role based on experience, specialty training, and qualifications. Advanced Surgical Technologists support complex procedures and contribute to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization. Staff may also be required to cover other surgical services according to practice needs and competency outside their primary service. Applicants must live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
Requirements
- Graduation from an accredited or military surgical technology program.
- Surgical Technology certification through NBSTSA is required within one year of hire and must be maintained thereafter, subject to the stated exception for Mayo Clinic in Florida employees hired before 11/20/2024.
- Current Basic Life Support certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross is required upon hire and must be maintained thereafter.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance of campus to meet the 45-minute on-call requirement.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, at least 2 years of independent scrubbing experience.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, independently support advanced procedures in Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, or Vascular, or be cross-trained to work independently in three or more specialties outside those advanced specialties.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of the registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgeon.
- Function primarily in the scrub role.
- Select, prepare, and maintain instrumentation, equipment, and supplies.
- Apply sterile and aseptic technique and adapt to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting.
- Use knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.
- Provide coverage to other surgical services based on practice needs and competency outside the primary service.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, support complex procedures in specialties such as Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Vascular.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, be prepared to respond to emergencies using quick thinking, adaptability, and emergency protocols.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible dental coverage.
- Affordable vision plan with a national network.
- Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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