Job Description
Join our elite surgical team at Bayfront Health St. Petersburg! We're seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist to fill an immediate full-time position in our state-of-the-art operating rooms. As a key member of our surgical team, you'll ensure seamless procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care and safety. Enjoy competitive pay, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment where your expertise makes a real difference.
Responsibilities
- Prepare operating rooms, equipment, and sterile fields for surgical procedures
- Assist surgeons during operations by passing instruments and supplies
- Maintain sterile environments and enforce aseptic techniques
- Count surgical instruments, sponges, and needles before/after procedures
- Handle specimens for laboratory analysis
- Scrub and gown surgical team members
- Operate sterilization equipment and maintain instrument inventory
Qualifications
- Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required
- Minimum 1 year recent surgical tech experience
- Current BLS certification
- Knowledge of sterile processing procedures
- Ability to work in fast-paced surgical environments
- Strong attention to detail and critical thinking skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork abilities
- Flexibility to work various shifts including weekends