Certified Surgical Technologist 3- Main Operating Room
Tampa General Hospital
- Location
- Onsite (Tampa, Florida)
- Employment
- Full-time
- Level
- Mid Level
About the role
Tampa General Hospital, a leading nonprofit academic health system in Florida, seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist 3 to support advanced surgical procedures. The role involves maintaining sterile environments and ensuring patient safety within the Main Operating Room.
Skills
Full job details
The Certified Surgical Technologist 3 is a key member of the surgical team, serving under the supervision of a licensed professional while taking on advanced responsibilities in patient care. As a competent practitioner, the Certified Surgical Technologist 3 also engages in initiatives beyond the surgical department. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, ensuring the functionality of equipment, and supporting both invasive and non-invasive procedures to ensure optimal patient safety. This role demands extensive expertise in aseptic techniques, human anatomy, surgical tools, and advanced surgical practices, all performed in 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 Programs
- 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 the 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 qualifying through the LPN pathway
Experience Qualifications
- Three (3) years of surgical experience.
- Demonstrated competency in at least five (5) surgical specialties.