Certified Surgical Technologist Float Pool

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 34,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the operating room float pool in Nashville, TN. You will work closely with surgeons to anticipate needs, position patients with care, and maintain sterile fields throughout procedures.

This role requires NBSTSA credentialing, BLS within 30 days of hire, and a strong focus on patient safety and teamwork in a dynamic OR environment at Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown, West and Rutherford campuses.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 1 month of hire date or job transfer date.
• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

• Intuitive Surgical Partnership: Act as the right hand to our surgeons by anticipating every move and ensuring the exact instrument or supply is ready before it’s requested.
• Patient Advocacy in Motion: Safeguard the patient’s journey with precise positioning and draping to ensure safety, dignity, and clinical excellence during the procedure.
• Guardian of Accuracy: Maintain a 100% accurate sterile field with organized workflows and counts, serving as the final word in patient safety from incision to closure.

Education

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

Surgical Tech credentialed from the NBSTSA

Job description

Your future role at a glance

Location: Nashville, TN

Facility: Ascension Saint Thomas Midtown, West and Rutherford

Specialty: Operating Room Float Pool

Schedule: Days | 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

• Intuitive Surgical Partnership: Act as the "right hand" to our surgeons by anticipating every move. With elite focus and a proactive mindset, you'll ensure the exact instrument or supply is ready before it’s even requested.

• Patient Advocacy in Motion: You are a critical guardian of the patient’s journey. From precision positioning to meticulous draping, you ensure safety, dignity, and clinical excellence at every stage of the procedure.

• Guardian of Accuracy: Take ownership of the sterile field with masterfully organized workflows. By maintaining 100% accuracy in instrument and sponge counts, you serve as the final word in patient safety from incision to closure.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Per TCA68-57-101(a), non-certified applicants must have at least 18 months experience as a surg technologist in the 3 years preceding May21,2007; or began the appropriate training to be a surg technologist prior to May21, 2007, & completed by May21,2010.

Education:

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

What additional preferences we're seeking

• Needing a flexible schedule and weekly availability

• Previous specialty experience with Spine, Joints, Cardiac, Plastics, Robotics, General and GYN

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

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