Certified Surgical Technologist - Neuro/Spine - SIGN ON BONUS + Specialty Differential

About the role

Joining AdventHealth is about extending the healing ministry of Christ. As a member of the surgical team, you will play a crucial role in supporting the care provided by surgeons and maintaining high standards of patient care.

Responsibilities

• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and keeps the circulating nurse informed throughout a procedure.
• Maintains high standards and quality in facilitating cost savings and containment.
• Assembles all necessary supplies, equipment, and medications prior to the procedure.
• Supports customer and employee satisfaction activities; maintains good relationships with physicians, management, other departments, and staff; and responds to complaints in a timely manner.
• Maintains aseptic technique of the entire surgical team and takes immediate corrective action for any breaks in technique.
• Identifies and reports environmental concerns to management and ensures adherence to regulatory standards and policies.
• Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment and assists with orientation, training, and education of new personnel.
• Promotes a safe environment and takes appropriate action in emergency situations, controlling hazards that may endanger patients, visitors, and employees.
• Follows CDC isolation guidelines, uses PPE appropriately, and performs hand washing according to policy, adhering to all infection control practices.
• Participates in practice changes resulting from performance improvement activities and supports departmental quality standards and initiatives.
• Provides assistance and support to members of the surgical team as needed.
• Aids in safe and efficient operating room turnover times and directs ancillary personnel during room turnover.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Ability to communicate by reading, writing legibly, speaking, and comprehending English effectively in order to carry out job requirements.
• Basic skills related to aseptic/sterile technique and knowledge of surgical instrumentation.
• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the healthcare industry.
• Up-to-date knowledge of surgical instruments and supplies to hand surgeons the correct tools during surgeries.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and laws at various jurisdictional levels.
• Ability to understand and process surgeon dictated instructions and directions.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate clear communication skills, strong anticipatory skills, and concentration to detail.
• Assembly of mechanical devices and knowledge of fundamental human anatomy.
• Must be able to work well with multiple team members.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule and adapt to change.
• Organizational skills, customer relations, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in grammar/spelling, and the ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.
• Keyboarding (manual) and computer (visual) skills.
• Ability to multitask and possess excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Associate [Preferred]
• Technical/Vocational School [Preferred]
• Field Of Study: Currently enrolled or successful completion of an approved/accredited school for Surgical Technology
• 2+ years of technical experience in the field [Preferred]
• 1+ years relevant experience [Preferred]

Skills

• Knowledge of commonly used concepts, practices, and procedures in the healthcare industry.
• Up-to-date knowledge of surgical instruments and supplies to hand surgeons the correct tools during surgeries.
• Up-to-date knowledge of regulatory requirements and laws at various jurisdictional levels.
• Ability to understand and process surgeon dictated instructions and directions.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
• Ability to consistently demonstrate clear communication skills, strong anticipatory skills, and concentration to detail.
• Assembly of mechanical devices and knowledge of fundamental human anatomy.
• Must be able to work well with multiple team members.
• Ability and willingness to work a flexible schedule and adapt to change.
• Organizational skills, customer relations, verbal and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in grammar/spelling, and the ability to read/comprehend written instructions and follow verbal instructions.
• Keyboarding (manual) and computer (visual) skills.
• Ability to multitask and possess excellent communication skills.

Benefits

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

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
• Paid Time Off from Day One
• 403-B Retirement Plan
• Whole Person Well-being Resources
• Mental Health Resources and Support
• Pet Benefits

Schedule

Full time

Shift: Day

Pay

$24.45 - $45.46

Additional Information

N/A

Licenses And Certifications

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• State Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Required]
• OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Required]
• Technician in Surgery TS-C (NCCT) [Required]

Physical Requirements

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Equal Opportunity Employer

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.