Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Well-being support

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's St Johns County Hospital in St. Johns, FL is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room with sterile technique, instrument counts and readiness.

You will deliver instruments, assist with patient transport and draping, and help maintain safe workflows across procedures; BLS and NBSTSA/NCCT credential required.

This role offers day shift, PRN schedule, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 month of hire.
• Surgical Tech credential from NBSTSA or NCCT prior to hire.

Responsibilities

• Drive surgical efficiency by ensuring safe, fluid workflows across diverse procedures.
• Set the standard for sterile and non-sterile suite preparation and supply management.
• Anticipate surgeon needs by delivering instruments and supplies with speed and accuracy.
• Prioritize patient safety by managing the sterile field and conducting precise instrument counts.
• Provide essential clinical support during patient transport, draping, and intraoperative hemostasis.

Skills

BLS Provider

Surgical Tech credentialed NBSTSA/NCCT

Sterile field management

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate’s/Technical degree

4 years related experience

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: St Johns, FL

Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's St Johns County Hospital

Department: Surgery

Schedule: Day | PRN

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Retirement: 403(b) plan
• Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

How you'll make an impact in this role

• Drive surgical efficiency by ensuring safe, fluid workflows across diverse procedures.
• Set the standard for sterile and non-sterile suite preparation and supply management.
• Anticipate surgeon needs by delivering instruments and supplies with speed and accuracy.
• Prioritize patient safety by managing the sterile field and conducting precise instrument counts.
• Provide essential clinical support during patient transport, draping, and intraoperative hemostasis.

What Minimum Requirements You'll Need

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• One or more of the following required:
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
  • Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What Additional Preferences We're Seeking

• Surgical Technologist diploma
• 1+ years of Surg Tech experience

Equal employment opportunity employer

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