Surgical Technologist III PRN

AdventHealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider dedicated to enhancing community wellbeing. As a Surgical Technologist III, you will play a critical role in the operating room, ensuring that surgical procedures are conducted smoothly and safely. With a focus on teamwork, you will assist in preparing sterile fields, handling instruments, and supporting surgeons during operations. This position offers an opportunity to thrive in a supportive environment that values your unique contributions and promotes professional growth. If you are passionate about patient care and surgical excellence, this role is the perfect fit for you.

Benefits

Career Development

Whole Person Wellbeing Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course is required.
• Minimum of six years' experience as a CST is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Prepares sterile field with instruments, supplies, and medications.
• Assists with patient positioning and maintains sterile technique.

Skills

Sterile Technique

Surgical Instrument Handling

Patient Positioning

Equipment Preparation

Education

High School Diploma

Accredited Surgical Technology Course

Job description

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Career Development
• Whole Person Wellbeing Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

Schedule: PRN

Shift: Days

Location: 3100 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa, Florida 33613

The community you’ll be caring for: AdventHealth Tampa

• AdventHealth Tampa, a faith-based not-for-profit 626-bed tertiary-level acute care hospital located in the uptown district of Tampa, Florida, specializes in advanced cardiovascular medicine, neuroscience and neurology, digestive health, orthopedics, women’s services, pediatrics, oncology, endocrinology, bariatrics, wound healing, sleep medicine and general surgery including minimally invasive and robot-assisted procedures. GME programs on the hospital campus currently include general surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, internal medicine and transitional year.
• AdventHealth Tampa is home to the renowned AdventHealth Pepin Heart Institute, a recognized leader in cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and leading-edge research – caring for Tampa Bay’s hearts for over 35 years.
• The Kiran C. Patel Research Institute, also located at AdventHealth Tampa, leads the way in clinical and academic research in neuroscience, cardiovascular medicine, advanced surgery and more – contributing valuable knowledge for future cures.

The role you’ll contribute:

The Surgical Technologist III performs technical support in the perioperative period under the supervision of a Registered Nurse, following clinical standards of care.

The value you’ll bring to the team:

• Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedures
• Prepares sterile field with instruments, supplies, and medications
• Assists with patient positioning and sterile technique
• Performs counts prior to incision and before closing
• Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants
• Passes instruments during surgery
• Maintains sterile technique
• Prepares sterile dressings

The expertise and experience you’ll need to succeed:

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course
• Ability to precept and serve as a resource in multiple surgical specialties
• Minimum of six years' experience as a CST
• Specialist in at least 3 major surgical specialties (e.g., Orthopedics, Robotics, Neurosurgery/Spine)
• Current CST/Certified Surgical Assistant certification
• AHA BLS certification