Surgical Technologist II: Cardio-Thoracic Surgery

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist surgeons with instrumentation and sterile technique in the operating room while providing patient care in the clinical setting. The role includes caring for and maintaining basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Must complete NBSTSA/AST/NCCT certification within 1 year and hold BLS. Strong knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, and aseptic procedures, plus excellent English communication and time-management skills,

Qualifications

• Required: GED or High School Diploma AND Graduate of surgical technologist program.
• Certification within 1 year of hire from NBSTSA/AST/NCCT preferred.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with instrumentation and sterile technique for procedures in the operating room.
• Provide patient care in the clinical setting.
• Care for, handle and maintain basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Skills

Patient care

Anatomy knowledge

Medical terminology

English communication

Aseptic technique

Staff training in cardio-thoracic

Time management

Education

GED/HS Diploma and Surgical Technologist program

Job description

UF Health in Jacksonville, FL seeks a Surgical Technologist to assist surgeons with instrumentation and sterile technique in the operating room while providing patient care in the clinical setting. The role includes caring for and maintaining basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Must complete NBSTSA/AST/NCCT certification within 1 year and hold BLS. Strong knowledge of anatomy, medical terminology, and aseptic procedures, plus excellent English communication and time-management skills,