Surgical Tech - Spine/Orthopedic (Outpatient)

United Surgical Partners International; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and Rx

Life and AD&D coverage

Short- and long-term disability

FSAs and HSAs

401(k) retirement plan

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

Advanced Surgery Center of Tampa, an affiliate of United Surgical Partners International, is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to anticipate needs of the surgical team and maintain a sterile field in the operating room. The role supports the circulating nurse and team across spine, orthopedics, and pain management procedures in a busy ambulatory center.

Requirements include 1–3 years spine/ortho surgical experience, a surgical technician program, and strong aseptic technique knowledge.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an appropriate surgical technician program or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 1–3 years spine/ortho surgical experience required.
• Ambulatory surgical center experience strongly preferred.
• Strong knowledge of surgical procedures and patient management.
• Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field during surgical procedures.
• Assist circulating nurse and team in maintaining sterile environment.
• Gather necessary surgical supplies and equipment; perform sponge/needle/instrument counts.
• Gown and glove surgeons and assistants.
• Assist in keeping physician preference cards accurate and updated.
• Coordinate with pathology for specimen handling and labeling.
• Transport equipment and assist in sterile processing and reprocessing of instrument sets.

Skills

Surgical techniques

Aseptic techniques

Teamwork

Communication

Adaptability

CPR certification

Education

High school graduate

Surgical technician program completion

Ambulatory surgical center experience

Job description

Advanced Surgery Center of Tampa, an affiliate of United Surgical Partners International, is seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to anticipate needs of the surgical team and maintain a sterile field in the operating room. The role supports the circulating nurse and team across spine, orthopedics, and pain management procedures in a busy ambulatory center.

Requirements include 1–3 years spine/ortho surgical experience, a surgical technician program, and strong aseptic technique knowledge.