Certified Surgical Tech 1 - Main Operating Room
Tampa General Hospital
- Location
- Onsite (Tampa, Florida)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Entry Level
About the role
Tampa General Hospital, a top-ranked academic health system and Level I trauma center, is seeking a Surgical Technologist to support the surgical team. The role focuses on maintaining sterile environments and assisting with procedures to ensure patient safety and effective care delivery.
Skills
Full job details
The Surgical Technologist 1 is a vital part of the surgical team, assisting under the supervision of a licensed professional to ensure safe and effective procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, ensuring equipment functionality, and supporting both invasive and non-invasive procedures to prioritize patient safety. This role requires knowledge in aseptic techniques, human anatomy, and surgical tools, all performed in a alignment with the mission and values of Tampa General Hospital.
Education Qualifications
- Technical Program Graduate of Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) Surgical Technology Program
- Technical Program Military Surgical Technology Program
- Technical Program Graduate of an accredited Practical Nursing (LPN) program
Licenses and Certifications
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
- Tech in Surgery (TS-C) from National Center for Competency Testing
- Active, unrestricted LPN licensure satisfies the certification requirement for those qualifying though the LPN pathway.
Experience Qualifications
- Entry-level position requiring no prior surgical experience.