Surgical Technician - Operating Room Float Team, Full-Time

The Surgical Technician III performs technical skills and provides assistance to surgeons, anesthesia personnel, registered nurses, and other professionals in the operating room. This position works under the supervision of the registered nurse in delivering safe, effective care to the patient during the intra operative period. This position effectively interacts with patients and health care team members, while maintaining the surgical department standards; participates in surgical procedures on patients of all age groups, pediatric through geriatrics: may assist in circulating duties under the direct supervision of a qualified registered nurse.

• Demonstrates comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures and instrumentation.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification.
• Maintains supplies/inventory for department.
• Performs all responsibilities/duties required, as defined in the scope of service, to ensure that the unique nature of the client is addressed.
• Assist in other duties as assigned to support the operational needs of the department and organization.
• May be required to remain on campus immediately before, during, and after severe weather and/or disasters.

Minimum Education

• High School Diploma or Equivalent Required and
• Technical Diploma/Certificate Practical Nursing, Surgical Technology Required or
• Certificate of Completion Military trained corpsmen, Hospital on the job training program Required

Licenses and Certifications

• Licensed Practical Nurse If an LPN, State of Florida or eligible compact state Upon Hire Required
• BLS for Healthcare Providers (BLS) American Heart Association Upon Hire Required

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Must be able to return to the hospital/facility within 30 minutes of a Callback.
• Possesses a strong character and unyielding sense of integrity with "a surgical conscious"
• Exceptional attention to detail and follow through very important
• Ability to stand for long periods, strength to hold extremities, and/or instrument retractors for long periods
• Possesses ability to move quickly without sacrificing quality and accuracy
• Good memory, able to anticipate surgeon and patient needs well in advance.
• Knowledge of sterilization and disinfection.