Surgical Technologist

Ascension; Sampson (FL); On-site; USD 48,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension St. Vincent's St Johns County Hospital in St. Johns, FL, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the Surgery department. This full-time, day-shift role emphasizes efficient instrument handling and sterile prep to assist in diverse procedures.

The successful candidate will have a Surgical Technologist diploma and at least 1 year of experience, enabling them to contribute to patient safety and intraoperative workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in surgical technology roles with focus on instrument handling and sterile technique.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and maintain accurate instrument counts.

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

1+ year Surg Tech experience

Education

Surgical Technologist diploma

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 | Full-time

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 qualifications you'll need

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 requirements you'll need

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

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.

Equal employment opportunity employer

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) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)Various health insurance options & wellness plansRetirement benefits including employer match plansLong-term & short-term disabilityEmployee assistance programs (EAP)Parental leave & adoption assistanceTuition reimbursementWays to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.