Community Health Systems Professional Services Corporation·Collier County, Florida
The Surgical Technician prepares and maintains the sterile field in the operating room while anticipating the needs of the surgical team. They are responsible for handling instruments, performing safety counts, and ensuring equipment readiness for patient care.
Surgical Technician – Certified
The Surgical Technician – Certified works collaboratively with the surgical team to facilitate safe, effective, and high-quality patient care in the operating room. This role prepares and maintains the sterile field, anticipates surgical team needs, and ensures proper handling of surgical instruments and supplies. The Surgical Technician – Certified also supports OR efficiency through equipment readiness, inventory management, and adherence to infection prevention protocols.
Essential Functions
Prepares the operating room by ensuring surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies are properly set up and available based on the procedure and physician preference card.
Maintains a sterile field throughout the surgical procedure, applying principles of Universal Precautions, asepsis, and sterile technique.
Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, passing instruments and supplies accurately and efficiently during surgical procedures.
Handles surgical instruments and equipment according to manufacturer instructions and hospital policy, including inspection, point-of-use cleaning, and sterilization.
Performs and documents sponge, needle, and instrument counts in collaboration with the circulating nurse to support patient safety.
Assists with patient positioning, draping, and transfer under the direction of the RN to ensure patient safety and procedural readiness.
Supports ongoing maintenance and accuracy of physician preference cards and procedural documentation.
Restocks supplies, cleans and returns equipment to designated storage areas, and prepares rooms for subsequent cases to ensure OR efficiency.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Candidates must be a graduate of a Surgical Technology or Practical Nursing program or hold an Associate Degree in Surgical Technology. Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification are required.
Market context
Florida Surgical Technician openings often reflect steady demand in hospitals and surgical centers, especially for candidates with operating room experience. These roles can be competitive because employers may prefer applicants who already know sterile technique, OR workflow, and teamwork under pressure, while certification can strengthen a profile. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here—pulled from the original posting to save research time—and tailor your application to highlight OR experience and any relevant certification.
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