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Certified Surgical Technologist

Ascension·Escambia County, Florida

Full Time·On Site·2-5 yrs·Posted 22 days ago
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About the role

The surgical technologist prepares the operating suite by organizing sterile instruments and supplies to ensure mission readiness. They also support surgical flow by anticipating surgeon needs and collaborating with the team to ensure patient safety and positioning.

Your future role at a glance Location

  • Pensacola,
  • FL
  • Facility:
  • Ascension
  • Sacred
  • Heart
  • Pensacola
  • Specialty:
  • Surgery
  • Schedule: Day Shift | Full-time | 10:30am - 9pm

Life at Ascension

Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

How you’ll make an impact in this role Prepare the surgical environment by meticulously organizing sterile drapes, solutions, and instrumentation to ensure the operating suite is mission-ready for every procedure. Support surgical flow by anticipating the needs of the surgeon and providing the required instruments and supplies with speed and precision throughout the operation. Lead patient positioning and safety by collaborating with the surgical team to prepare, transport, and drape patients, ensuring their physical protection and clinical readiness. Guarantee procedural accuracy by maintaining a highly organized sterile field and conducting rigorous, proactive counts of all instruments and supplies to ensure patient safety.

What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration

  • BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
  • One or more of the following: Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Surgical Tech credentialed from the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required
  • Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

What additional preferences we're seeking Experience in Trauma, General Surgery, Robotics, Orthopedics, Ortho trauma, Urology, GYN, Vascular

  • Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.
  • For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.
  • Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests.
  • Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees.
  • To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process.
  • Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system.
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Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Location
Escambia County, Florida
Posted
Jul 6, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

Ascension

Answering God's call to bring health, healing and hope to all. Ascension is one of the nation’s leading non-profit and Catholic health systems, with a Mission of delivering compassionate, personalized care to all, with special attention to those most vulnerable. In FY2025,...

Salary listed on 148 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size10,001+ employees
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Florida surgical technologist roles stay competitive

Certified Surgical Technologist roles in Florida often reflect steady demand in hospitals and outpatient surgical settings, where teams need staff who can support procedures safely and efficiently. These positions are competitive because employers commonly look for BLS certification, NBSTSA or NCCT credentialing, and either formal surgical technology training or equivalent experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your credential status and experience match before applying.

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