Surgical Technologist - Baptist Health

Position Summary
Baptist Health is hiring Surg Techs across the system! The surgical technologist demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of sterile technique and has a working knowledge of the specialized instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of special procedures. Apply today and let us personally match you with the position that matches your goals, values, and needs.
Baptist Health is now part of Orlando Health, bringing in a new day in healthcare! Orlando Health is a private, not-for-profit healthcare organization that has been passionate about delivering expert care to diverse communities for over a century. Our dedicated team of physicians, nurses, clinicians and medical professionals are committed to delivering quality and compassionate care.
Baptist Health Offers Great NEW Competitive Pay and Great Package that Includes

• Medical and Prescription Drug Plans
• Dental Plans
• Comprehensive Vision Plan
• Nearly five weeks of PTO for new, full-time team members
• Voluntary PTO Cash-in Option
• Retirement Savings Plan (with up to a 5% company match)
• FSA and HSA Plans
• Tuition Reimbursement (up to $5,000 a year)
• Student Loan Repayment ($1,200 per year)
• Four Weeks Paid Parental Leave (benefits-eligible team members)
• Discounts on cell phones, insurance (auto, group accident, pet), vacations and more!

All Benefits Start Day One
At Baptist Health Brookwood Hospital Surgical Tech III demonstrates through clinical practice a clear understanding of sterile techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized
instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of specialty procedures. Demonstrates competency to operate all specialty instruments, supplies, and equipment to at least one tertiary specialty service
Responsibilities
Minimum Essential Functions

• Reviews preference and verifies case cart completely prior to case.
• Responsible for the maintenance of an orderly surgical field and for consistently passing instruments and supplies quickly and efficiently to the surgeon.
• Able to anticipate and prioritize the needs of the various steps associated with the procedure.
• Takes part in sponge, needle and instruments counts as dictated by the procedure.
• Responsible for maintaining the surgical specimen in a manner which identifies and preserves them for pathology evaluation.
• Assists in ordering and stocking of specialty supplies under the direction of management staff and departmental guidelines.
• Transports and delivers items, equipment, and medications (excluding controlled substances and IV chemotherapy drugs) throughout the facility.
• May have limited access to areas storing medications.
• Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
• Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures

Other Related Functions

• Participates in Environments of Care activities as assigned.
• Demonstrates awareness of legal issues, patient rights and compliance with the standards of regulatory and accrediting agencies.
• Practices efficient use of supplies.
• Maintains a clear, safe and organized unit.

Qualifications Minimum Education/Training:

• High school graduate or equivalent.
• Successful completion of:
  • Surgical Technology training program; or
  • U. S. Military Medical Core Training; or
  • Completion of an equivalent on-the-job training program

Licensure/Certification:

• Has or willing to obtain BLS/HealthCare Provider certification within 30 days of hire.

Experience:

• Dependent on level offered:
  • Level I/Entry - No experience required.
  • Level II - One year of experience required.
  • Level III - More than one year of experience in multiple specialty areas of care.