Neurosurgical Technologist
Jacksonville, FL
Access Healthcare
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Neuro Surgical Technologist

Location

• Jacksonville, Florida

Employment Type

• Long-Term Assignment (approximately 13 weeks)

Schedule

• Shift: 06:30 AM – 5:00 PM
• 40 hours per week
• On-call requirement: 10-15 shifts per month
• Weekend requirement: call shifts only
• Holiday requirement: work any holiday that falls on a regularly scheduled shift

Experience Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience required
• 4+ years of experience preferred

Required Qualifications

• Surgical Technician with at least 2 years of experience, including experience within the last year
• Current BLS certification issued by the American Heart Association
• Advanced knowledge of neuroanatomy and specialized surgical instrumentation
• Familiarity with emerging technologies such as LITT systems, GammaTile implantation, stereotactic navigation, and DBS equipment
• High-level anticipation skills during complex cranial cases
• Strong team coordination skills to ensure patient safety during lengthy, high-risk procedures

Required Credentials and Documentation (must be current and verifiable)

• Professional resume/profile
• Signed assignment agreement prior to onboarding
• License/certificate verification with primary source verification within 30 days prior to assignment start
• Driver’s license or state ID (valid, not expired, matching address requirements)
• Two professional references completed prior to first assignment
• Criminal background check including Social Security Trace, OIG Search, National Sex Offender Registry, and other required screenings within 90 days of assignment start
• EPLS (Excluded Parties List System) check within 90 days of start
• Core competencies completed within one year prior to start (HIPAA, Joint Commission, NPSG, OSHA topics) with minimum 80% passing score
• Surgical technologist onboarding education attestation completed prior to clearance
• Badge photo (forward-facing headshot with white or blue background, no alterations)
• Health and immunization documentation including:

  • MMR (two vaccines or positive titer; no declinations accepted)
  • Hepatitis B vaccination series completion or signed declination
  • Varicella immunity (two vaccines, serological evidence, or verified history; no declinations accepted)
  • Tdap vaccine valid within 10 years (no declinations accepted)
  • Fit test for respiratory protection (preferred before start, can be completed onsite)
  • 2-step PPD or IGRA testing for TB with annual TB questionnaire updates
  • Health statement or physical exam prior to first assignment, updated annually
• Drug screening: 12-panel drug test within 30 days prior to start, updated annually
• Education verification relevant to clinical work within 90 days of start
• Employment verification for the past seven years, updated annually
• Skills checklist for specialty completed within one year prior to start and updated annually
• Confirmation of assignment documentation upon initial assignment and each extension

Additional Notes

• Candidates must be prepared for on-call and holiday work as specified.
• High-level teamwork and communication skills are essential for patient safety in complex neurosurgical procedures.
• No declinations accepted for certain immunizations and vaccines.
• All required documentation must be current and compliant with specified timelines.

This position is ideal for experienced Certified Surgical Technologists with a strong background in neurosurgery and advanced instrumentation, seeking a long-term assignment with a demanding but rewarding schedule.