Surgical Technologist First Assistant

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

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) match

Annual performance appraisals

Community discounts

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assistant for their Main OR at St. Joseph's Cove. The role requires 3+ years of experience and Basic Life Support Certification. Key responsibilities include assisting the surgeon during operations, maintaining homeostasis, and ensuring patient safety. The offering includes a competitive total reward package with benefits, paid time off, and tuition reimbursement. Join an equal opportunity employer committed to veterans and disabled individuals.

Qualifications

• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech or 2 years as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to the position.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in operations safely and effectively.
• Maintain homeostasis and provide exposure during operations.

Skills

Delegation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Written communication skills

Verbal communication skills

Knowledge of regulatory standards

Computer skills

Medical terminology usage

Preceptor skills

Teamwork

Organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Surgical Technologist First Assistant - Main OR.

As defined by the American College of Surgeons, Surgical Assistants (SAs) are trained individuals who are able to participate in, and actively assist the surgeon in, completing the operation safely and expeditiously by helping to provide exposure, maintain homeostasis, and other technical functions.

Requirements

• High School or Equivalent
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross
• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech or 2 years experience as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant – Main OR

Required Skills

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

Benefits

BayCare offers a competitive total reward package that includes benefits, paid time off, tuition reimbursement, 401(k) match and additional yearly contribution, annual performance appraisals with merit increases, annual team award bonus, and community discounts.

Location

St. Joseph's Main and Children's

Status

PRN, Exempt: No

Shift Hours

VARIES

Weekend Work

Occasional

On Call

Yes

Equal Opportunity Employer – Veterans/Disabled