Surgical Technologist II | Main OR | Full-time | Days (3-12's weekends)

UF Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 46,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health in Jacksonville, FL is seeking a Surgical Technologist II to assist surgeons with instrumentation and sterile technique in the operating room. The role also involves patient care in the clinical setting and maintenance of surgical equipment.

Schedule is 0.90 FTE with 3-12s, hours 6:45am-7:15pm, Friday through Sunday. Requires graduated surgical technologist program and NBSTSA/NCCT/AST certification within 1 year, plus BLS.

Qualifications

• GED or high school diploma plus graduation from a surgical technologist program.
• Certification within 1 year from NBSTSA, NCCT, or AST.
• BLS certification from AHA or Red Cross.
• Less than 1 year of surgical technologist experience.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with basic instrumentation and sterile technique.
• Care for, handle and maintain basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Skills

English communication

Aseptic technique

Time management

Cardio-Thoracic training

Medical terminology

Patient care

Education

GED or high school diploma

Graduate of surgical technologist program

Tools

Surgical instrumentation

Job description

Overview

Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

In this role the Surgical Technologist responsibilities are to assist the surgeon(s) by providing basic instrumentation and sterile techniques for procedures performed in the Operating Room and provide patient care in the clinical setting. The Surgical Tech II is also responsible for the care, handling and maintenance of basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.

Schedule

FTE: .90 (3-12's)

Hours: 6:45am-7:15pm

Days: Friday-Sunday

Location: Jacksonville, FL

Qualifications

Required Education

Required: GED or High School Diploma AND Graduate of surgical technologist program

Licensure/Certification

Required:

• Certification from NBSTSA, NCCT, or AST within 1 year of date of hire/transfer.
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross

Experience

Required: Less than 1 year of surgical technologist experience

Necessary Skills

• Strong working knowledge of patient care and basic human needs throughout the life span; Strong working knowledge of anatomic structure and human body system; Strong working knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes.
• In depth knowledge of medical terminology.
• Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including but not limited to presentation skills and report writing.
• Must have expert knowledge, use and demonstration of standard precautions; Expert knowledge, use and experience with aseptic and sterile technique. Must have experience training and precepting staff in Cardio-Thoracic surgery
• Must have organization and time management skills including but not limited to organizing, planning and prioritizing work.

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups