Certified Surgical Technologist CVOR

adventhealth; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 32,662 - 60,738; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off

403(b) Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Ocala, FL is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech to prepare sterile dressings, set up the sterile field, and assist the surgical team during procedures. The role requires scrub experience, fluency in English, and CST/BLS certification; weekend or on-call shifts may apply.

The position offers day shifts, full-time hours, and comprehensive benefits with opportunities for professional development within a faith-based healthcare system that values whole-person care.

Qualifications

• Completion of validation skills required.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field setup required.
• Knowledge of sterilization techniques required.
• Proficient in English.

Responsibilities

• Prepares sterile dressings and cleans instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists with terminal cleaning of the room and prep for next patient.
• Handles surgical specimens with 100% accuracy.
• Performs counts with circulator prior to operation and before incision.
• Gowns and gloving for surgeon and assistants during procedures.
• Maintains sterile technique throughout the procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Validation skills

Sterile technique knowledge

Sterile field setup

Emergency response

English proficiency

Surgical specialties knowledge

Education

High School Grad/Equiv

Technical/Vocational School

Associate (Preferred)

Job description

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.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

1500 SW 1ST AVE

City:

OCALA

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

34471

Job Description:

$10,000 Sign on Bonus Available for eligible candidates

Relocation incentive from $5,000 available for eligible candidates

Professional Excellence Program Incentives

Schedule: Full Time

Shift: Days with Call requirements

• Prepares sterile dressings and clean instruments for terminal sterilization.
• Assists other team members with terminal cleaning of the room and prepping for the next patient.
• Handles surgical specimens with 100% accuracy.
• Recognizes and responds immediately to emergency situations appropriately.
• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures.
• Obtains scrubs, gowns, and gloves for surgical procedures.
• Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications/solutions needed for procedures, displaying knowledge of procedure and patient positioning.
• Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before the incision is closed.
• Gowns and gloves the surgeon and assistants.
• Assists in draping the sterile field.
• Passes instruments and supplies to the surgeon during the procedure.
• Maintains the highest standard of sterile technique during the procedure.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• 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]
• Laser skills/training [Required]
• Able to precept and act as resource person and preceptor in multiple surgical specialties [Preferred]
• Minimum of one year scrub experience in a multi-disciplinary surgical service [Required]
• Demonstrated specialization in one or more surgical areas as determined by Director [Required]
• Proficient in the English language [Required]
• Knowledge of malignant hyperthermia, surgical site infection prevention, emergency code cart, high and low level disinfection, clinical alarms, medication management, isolation precautions, surgical care of patients age (0-100+), fire safety, AIDET, and SBAR [Required]
• Proficient in a minimum of 3 major surgical specialties [Preferred]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Technical/Vocational School [Required]
• Associate [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 1+ years of experience as certified surgical tech required

Licenses and Certifications:

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

Physical Requirements: Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$23.71 - $44.09

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

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.