Certified Surgical Technologist Ambulatory SurgeryPalm Coast, FL

Surgical Technologist

Elevate your health care career at AdventHealth Palm Coast, where we're a mighty team of nearly 1,000 Palm Coast nurses, medical assistants, nurse assistants, patient care and health administration professionals.

With our multiple facilities throughout the area, you can discover a variety of Palm Coast medical jobs at our main hospital campus (formerly Florida Hospital Flagler), outpatient Town Center Surgery, Parkway Medical Plaza and soon, the Palm Coast Parkway four-story hospital, complete with world-class orthopedic services.

Together, we combine the best of medical technology and know-how with uncommon compassion to help every patient feel whole, and we invite you to join our mission. Learn more about the Palm Coast hospital jobs and career opportunities available at AdventHealth Palm Coast.

Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.

The surgical technologist actively participates in the preparation and management of supply inventories, surgical equipment, operating room suite readiness and clinical/technical assistance as directed while performing operative and invasive procedures. This position requires knowledge of surgical instrumentation, the ability to prepare and or assemble complex mechanical devices, sequential planning, and knowledge of fundamental anatomy, strong anticipatory skills and dexterity. This position is also responsible to keep abreast of new products, procedures and physician techniques. The surgical technologist supports Surgical, CVOR and GI services to provide an effective and safe patient/staff environment. All activities associated with the role of the surgical technologist are under the direct supervision of the perioperative registered nurse and operating surgeon.

The value you'll bring to the team:

• Works independently or in collaboration with other staff as directed to ensure required supplies, instruments, positioning devices and equipment is available for all assigned procedures. Utilizes preference cards to effectively assure essential supplies and equipment are available as needed.
• Demonstrates effective oral and written communication skills, maintains patient confidentiality and interacts with all internal and external customers in a professional and courteous demeanor. Speaks positively to and about co-workers and the organization. Acceptance of constructive criticism.
• Adheres to all hospital and departmental safety initiatives and policies including but not limited to Universal Protocol, Universal precautions, biohazardous waste management, waste stream management, sponge/instrument counts, surgical specimen management, and patient transfer techniques. Maintains a clean, orderly work environment.
• Demonstrates competency in all procedures within scope of practice and training as appropriate to all patient populations served. Competency includes use and applications of appropriate routine and specialty instruments, room preparations, equipment selection and positioning devices, aseptic technique and sterilization methods.
• Demonstrates flexibility and understanding of assigned work duties. Adapts to changes in assigns duties by prioritizing appropriately. Proactively assists others with minimal supervision.

The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of an accredited school for Surgical Technology.
• Certification as Surgical Technician.

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