Surgical Technologist

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

• Prepares and maintains the sterile field by setting up instruments, supplies, equipment, medications, and patient positioning for surgical procedures.
• Assists the surgeon during procedures by passing instruments and supplies while maintaining the highest standards of sterile technique.
• Performs surgical counts with the circulating nurse before the procedure and before wound closure to ensure patient safety.
• Prepares and maintains surgical instruments and equipment, including terminal sterilization, room turnover, and readiness for subsequent procedures.
• Recognizes and responds appropriately to emergency situations while ensuring accurate handling of surgical specimens and supporting the surgical team throughout the procedure.

• Must have the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care which addresses the physical, psychosocial, educational, and safety age appropriate needs of the patient populations served within the department. [Required]
• Interpersonal skills [Required]
• Completion of validation skills [Required]
• Knowledge of sterile technique, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field set-up [Required]
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques [Required]

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

• Graduate of Surgical Technology Program

• 1+ prior or experience [Preferred]

• N/A

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• State Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Preferred] OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Preferred] OR Technician in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) [Preferred]

Certain positions are subject to Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse:
https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.