Surgical Tech Extern - Float Pool
St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.
Benefits
We offer a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:
- Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
- 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
- Generous paid time off
- Career development and continuing education opportunities
- Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
- Employee Assistance program
- Employee discount program
- Voluntary benefits including pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long-term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.
About the role
The Surgical Technologist Extern is a member of the surgical team who assumes responsibility for a surgical specialty, serving as the main resource person for instrumentation, equipment, supplies, and procedures within the assigned specialty. Functions under the direction of the RN, assisting with the intraoperative care of patients by performing in the scrub role during surgical procedures. Additional duties may include picking supplies/instruments for cases, putting away supplies and equipment, decontamination of instruments, and stocking supplies in OR rooms.
Requirements
- High School Diploma or equivalent
- Must be enrolled in or recently graduated from an approved program in Surgical Technology
- Certification preferred
- Previous OR experience preferred
- American Heart Association (AHA) BLS certification
About the organization
St. Mary's Medical Center (SMMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 420-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach. The hospital has been serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for more than 80 years. SMMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, certified Comprehensive Stroke Center, and has a level III NICU. Pediatric services are provided at the Palm Beach Children's Hospital at St. Mary's Medical Center, which is the only dedicated children's hospital between Ft. Lauderdale and Orlando. Along with 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care, Palm Beach Children's Hospital's medical staff consists of 196 pediatricians in 36 subspecialties.
Schedule
Job Shift: Days
Job Type: Per Diem