Surgical Tech I: OR Support & Instrument Specialist

Tampa General Hospital; Spring Hill (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Job summary

Tampa General Hospital in Florida is seeking a Surgical Tech 1 to support the operating room team under supervision. You will prepare the OR, gather supplies, pass instruments, and assist the surgeon and first assistant during procedures.

This role requires completing a Surgical Technology program, obtaining BLS certification, and progressing toward CST certification within six months of hire or with relevant experience.

Qualifications

• Completion of a technical program in Surgical Technology.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
• CST certification to be completed within 6 months of hire or with relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain the operating room, ensuring all equipment and instruments are sterile and ready for use.
• Gather necessary supplies and instruments based on the procedure.
• Assist the surgical team during procedures by passing instruments and providing support as directed.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgical team to maintain smooth workflow.
• Adhere to sterile techniques and infection control protocols to minimize infection risk.
• Maintain cleanliness of the operating room and instruments.
• Assist in transferring patients to recovery after surgery.
• Maintain records of instruments and supplies used during surgeries.
• Participate in inventory management of surgical supplies and instruments.

Skills

Sterile technique

Infection control

Assist surgical team

Education

Technical Program Surgical Technology Program

Job description

Tampa General Hospital in Florida is seeking a Surgical Tech 1 to support the operating room team under supervision. You will prepare the OR, gather supplies, pass instruments, and assist the surgeon and first assistant during procedures.

This role requires completing a Surgical Technology program, obtaining BLS certification, and progressing toward CST certification within six months of hire or with relevant experience.