Surgical Technologist First Assist Certified - CSTFA

BayCare Health System; St. Josephs Cove; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)

401(k) match and additional yearly contributions

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus

Extensive training and mentorship

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare Health System is looking for a full-time Surgical Technologist First Assistant in St. Josephs Cove. The successful candidate will assist surgeons during procedures and manage specific patient needs. Applicants must have at least 3 years of Surgical Tech experience, a High School diploma, and relevant certifications such as BLS and CSFA. Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for career growth and mentorship.

Qualifications

• At least 3 years' experience as a Surgical Tech and 1 year Surgical First Assistant experience.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during surgery and communicate specific patient needs to the surgical team.
• Position, prep, and drape patients for surgical procedures.
• Select equipment, maintain incisions, control bleeding, and perform technical duties.

Skills

Delegation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Computer skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Surgical Technology First Assist Certificate

Job description

Position Description

Surgical Technologist First Assistant. Responsible for assisting the surgeon during surgery and plays a vital role in the operating room during surgeries. Communicates the surgeon’s preferences and specific patient needs to the surgical team. Assists in positioning, prepping and draping of patients for surgical procedures. Provides retraction of tissues and organs for optimal visualization with regard to the surgical site. Assists with selecting equipment, holding incisions open, controlling bleeding, closing incisions and performing other technical duties.

Position Details

• Location: St Josephs Main and Childrens
• Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
• Shift Hours: 6:30am - 7:00pm
• Weekend Work: Occasional
• On Call: Yes

Requirements

• Required Experience: At least 3 years’ experience as a Surgical Tech and 1-year Surgical First Assistant experience.
• Required Education: High School or Equivalent and Surgical Technology First Assist Certificate
• Required License/Certification: Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross and Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) Certification.

Specific Skills

• Delegation skills; Interpersonal skills; Customer service skills; Written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position; Computer skills appropriate to position; Medical terminology use and understanding
• Preceptor skills; Work with a team; Work independently
• Organizational skills; Critical thinking skills

Benefits

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Community discounts and more

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