Tenet Healthcare Corporation·West Palm Beach, Florida
The Surgical Technologist Extern assists with intraoperative patient care by performing the scrub role during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include managing instrumentation, equipment, and supplies, as well as handling decontamination and stocking of OR rooms.
Job Shift: Days
Job Type: Per Diem
The Surgical Technologist Extern is a member of the surgical team who assumes the responsibility for a surgical specialty, serving as the main resource person for instrumentation, equipment, supplies, and procedures within the assigned specialty. He/she functions under the direction of the RN, assisting with the intraoperative care of patients by performing in the scrub role during surgical procedures. Additional duties may also include, but are not limited to, picking supplies/instruments for cases, putting away supplies and equipment, decontamination of instruments, and stocking supplies in OR rooms.
Embark on a rewarding career with St. Mary's Medical Center hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.
Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status
St.
Marys Medical Center (SMMC), part of the Palm Beach Health Network, is a 420-bed acute care hospital in West Palm Beach.
The hospital has been serving Palm Beach County and the Treasure Coast for more than 80 years.SMMC is a Level 1 Trauma Center, a state-designated Pediatric Trauma Referral Center, certified Comprehensive Stoke Center, and has a level III NICU.
Pediatric services are provided at the Palm Beach Childrens Hospital at St.
Marys Medical Center, which is the only dedicated childrens hospital between Ft.
Lauderdale and Orlando.
Along with 24/7 dedicated pediatric emergency and trauma care, Palm Beach Childrens Hospitals medical staff consists of 196 pediatricians in 36 subspecialties.
Join us!
Candidates must have a high school diploma and be enrolled in or recently graduated from an approved Surgical Technology program. BLS certification from the American Heart Association is required, and previous OR experience is preferred.
Market context
Florida allied health laboratory roles often see steady demand in hospitals, reference labs, and outpatient settings, especially for candidates with licensure and hands-on experience. This type of role is competitive because employers typically want a relevant bachelor’s degree, a current Florida Medical Technologist License, and at least 2 years of lab experience. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your license status and tailor your application to the specific lab methods and settings in the posting.
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