About this opportunity
UF Health lists this Surgical Technologist II - Cardiovascular | Main OR | Full-time | Days opportunity in jacksonville, Florida. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Overview: Join UF Health and be part of a team committed to exceptional patient care, innovation, and community impact. We are currently seeking a passionate individual who is eager to make a difference in a dynamic healthcare environment.
Responsibilities: In this role the Surgical Technologist responsibilities is to assist the surgeon(s) by providing basic instrumentation and sterile techniques for procedures performed in the Operating Room and provide patient care in the clinical setting. The Surgical Tech II is also responsible for the care, handling and maintenance of basic surgical equipment and instrumentation.
Schedule
FTE: 1.0
Hours: 6:45am-3:15pm (Flexibility needed based on patient load)
Days: Monday-Friday
Location: Jacksonville, FL
This position requires a rotating call schedule for weekends and holidays.
Qualifications: Required Education
Required: GED or High School Diploma AND Graduate of surgical technologist program
Preferred: Associate's degree in related field
Licensure/Certification
Required:
Certification from NBSTSA or NCCT within 1 year of hire or transfer
BLS from the American Heart Association
Experience
Required: Minimum of six (6) months surgical technologist experience
Preferred: 3-5 years of working experience as a cardiothoracic-vascular surgical technologist and assistant in a specialty line (Cardiology, Neurology, or Orthopedics)
Necessary Skills
Strong working knowledge of patient care and basic human needs throughout the life span; Strong working knowledge of anatomic structure and human body system; Strong working knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes.
In depth knowledge of medical terminology.
Must have excellent verbal and written English communication skills, including but not limited to presentation skills and report writing.
Must have expert knowledge, use and demonstration of standard precautions; Expert knowledge, use and experience with aseptic and sterile technique. Must have experience training and precepting staff in Cardio-Thoracic surgery
Must have organization and time management skills including but not limited to organizing, planning and prioritizing work.
Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups
Worksite address
jacksonville, FL, 32226, US
Who can apply
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