Surgical Technologist - Vascular Operating Room - ST
About The Position
The Surgical Technologist provides safe, efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of a registered nurse and in collaboration with the surgeon. The role functions primarily in the scrub role and selects, prepares, and maintains instrumentation, equipment, and supplies. It requires knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique, human anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology, as well as the ability to adapt to unpredictable situations in the perioperative setting. 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. The Advanced Surgical Technologist supports complex procedures in specialties such as Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, and Vascular, and contributes to protocol development, specialty instrumentation management, and workflow optimization. Coverage of other surgical services may be required based on practice needs and competency. 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 within one year of hire and maintained thereafter, subject to the stated Mayo Clinic in Florida exception for employees hired before 11/20/2024.
- Current BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross upon hire, with BLS competency maintained.
- Live within a reasonable driving distance to 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 other specialties.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role: demonstrate readiness to handle emergencies through quick thinking, adaptability, and the ability to implement emergency protocols.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role: work flexible hours, including days, evenings, nights, weekends, holidays, and on-call.
Nice To Haves
- Vascular, Cardiothoracic, or General experience is preferred but not required.
Responsibilities
- Provide safe and efficient care to surgical patients under the supervision of an RN 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 anatomy, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and technology as a member of the surgical team.
- For the Advanced Surgical Technologist role, support complex procedures in Cardiothoracic, Transplant, Neurosurgery, or Vascular specialties.
- Manage and maintain advanced specialty instrumentation and equipment.
- Contribute to protocol and workflow development for new procedures and technologies.
- Provide coverage to other surgical services based on practice needs and competency.
Benefits
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Dental coverage through Delta Dental or a reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision plan with a national network.
- HSA and FSA pre-tax savings for eligible expenses.
- Competitive retirement package.
- Continuing education and advancement opportunities.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
