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Surgical Technologist, Pediatric OR, Wolfson Children's Hospital

Baptist Health (Jacksonville) logoBaptist Health (Jacksonville)Baptist Jacksonville (Downtown)Full timePosted 5d agoStill open, checked every night
  • Sign-on bonus up to $10,000
  • Certification preferred
  • BLS

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This posting does not state an hourly rate. Open surgical technologist jobs in Florida post a median of $33.60 an hour, the middle half $30.73–$41.50, across 74 jobs that state their pay. Surgical technologists employed in Florida earn a median of $30.02 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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About the job

About Wolfson Children’s Hospital

Wolfson Children’s Hospital is the only children’s hospital in the region, and is ranked by U.S. News & World Report among the best children’s hospitals in the U.S. We’re a part of Baptist Health, which is recognized as a top place to work in health care and features several centers of excellence, including Baptist MD Anderson Cancer Center, Baptist Heart Hospital, Baptist Neurological Institute and Wolfson Children's Hospital.

Up to $10,000 Sign-on Bonus for Eligible Candidates

Baptist Health is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist to join our Pediatric Surgical Services Team at Wolfson Children's Hospital. This is a full-time day shift position. Candidates must be flexible to work weekends, holidays, and participate in the required call rotation.

As a Surgical Technologist, you will play a vital role in supporting pediatric surgeons and the operating room team by maintaining a sterile environment and ensuring safe, efficient surgical procedures for infants, children, and adolescents.

As a Surgical Technologist, your responsibilities include

  • Assemble, organize, and maintain a sterile field for operative procedures
  • Anticipate the surgeon's needs throughout each procedure and prepare instruments and supplies accordingly
  • Ensure proper handling and disposition of surgical specimens and instruments
  • Collaborate with the surgical team to minimize anesthesia time and promote patient safety
  • Participate in the required call rotation

Experience Requirements

  • Less than 1 year Surgical Technologist Experience

Education & Credential Requirements

  • Associate's degree required or equivalent experience in lieu of education
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) required
  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA or NCCT preferred, but not required

This Surgical Technologist opportunity is located at Wolfson Children's Hospital. If you're interested in joining our Pediatric Surgical Services Team, apply today!

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Primary Location:

Downtown - Main Building

From Baptist Health (Jacksonville)'s job posting, checked 9 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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