Surgical Technologist | St. Johns Surgical Center | Full-time | Days

UF Health; St. Augustine South (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

UF Health is seeking a dedicated Surgical Technician to join our team in St. Augustine, FL. The role involves pre- and post-operative surgical assistance, preparation of supplies, and maintaining a sterile field to support the surgeon throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include passing instruments, preparing dressings, and ensuring the operating room and instruments are properly cleaned after cases. A supportive, team-oriented environment with a focus on patient care awaits.

Qualifications

• Graduate Accredited Surgical Tech Program or 1-year Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech experience is required.
• Good organizational and interpersonal skills are needed to promote positive team dynamics.
• Ability to handle stress and adapt to daily assignments in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide surgical assistance before and after procedures and prepare supplies and equipment.
• Set up sterile field for the operating surgeon and hand instruments during operations.
• Clean and sterilize instruments and the operating room after procedures.

Skills

Stress management

Organization

Interpersonal relations

Education

Accredited Surgical Tech Program

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

The Surgical Tech provides surgical assistance pre and post operation. Organizes and prepares supplies and equipment for procedures. Sets up the operating surgeon’s sterile field and anticipates surgeon's needs. Provides direct assistance for surgical procedure: assists surgeon with surgical gowns and gloves, hands the desired instruments to the surgeon during the operation, prepares sterile dressings. Cleans the surgical instruments and operating room post operation.

Schedule

FTE: .90

Hours: 6:30am-3:00pm

Days: Monday-Thursday

Location: St. Augustine, FL

Qualifications

Education

Required: Graduate Accredited Surgical Tech ProgramOR1-year Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech experience.

Experience

Required: Less than 1 year Surgical Tech/Scrub Tech experience.

Certificates/Licenses/Registration

Required: Basic Life Support (BLS) provided by the American Heart Association (AHA), required within 30 days of hire

Preferred:Certified Scrub Technician.

Skills & Abilities

Required: Withstand stressful situations and be flexible within daily work assignments.Good organizational skills; must have the ability and desire to promote good interpersonal relationships.