Cert Surgical Technician First Assistant PRN

AdventHealth; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Daytona Beach, Florida is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support the operating room team. You will prepare surgical suites, select instruments, assist with hemostasis, and help with patient positioning and safety.

This PRN Day shift role requires HS diploma with AS preferred, BLS, and NBSTSA/CSFA/CSA or related credentials are required or preferred. You will work under the surgeon's guidance and uphold strict aseptic technique.

Qualifications

• Ability to prepare surgical suites with instruments, resources, and supplies.
• Knowledge of instruments and supplies used for surgical procedures.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and maintain aseptic technique.
• Strong team communication with physicians and staff.
• Up-to-date knowledge of patient rights and cultural sensitivity.
• Compliance with regulatory standards and safety policies.

Responsibilities

• Set up operating suites per physician preference cards.
• Determine appropriate surgical equipment and supplies.
• Maintain aseptic technique and monitor for breaks in protocol.
• Assist with patient positioning and safety during procedures.
• Perform instrument counts and ensure safe handling of sharps.
• Support verification procedures and medication handling as needed.

Skills

Instruments knowledge

Team communication

English proficiency

Microsoft Office

First assistant experience

Education

High School Diploma

Associate Degree

Tools

Surgical equipment familiarity

Job description

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

PRN

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

301 MEMORIAL MEDICAL PKWY

City:

DAYTONA BEACH

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

32117

Job Description:

• Utilizes physician preference cards to set up operating suites and updates cards as instructed.
• Determines appropriate surgical equipment and supplies based on physician preferences.
• Achieves temporary and permanent hemostasis using appropriate techniques.
• Assists with body plane closures, wound dressing applications, and securing drainage systems.
• Provides visualization for operative sites through tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction, and irrigation.
• Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures, anticipating needs of the surgeon.
• Assists with positioning patients, using stabilizing equipment, and prioritizing patient comfort and safety.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique and monitors team members to ensure no breaks in technique, including performing surgical hand scrubs and donning gowns and gloves.
• Performs instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator as needed.
• Participates in surgical site and patient verification during the time-out procedure, addressing any discrepancies or concerns.
• Measures and passes medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions during surgical procedures, following safe medication handling and labeling policies.
• Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization, ensuring point-of-use cleaning throughout the procedure and preparing instrumentation for transport to the decontamination area.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to prepare surgical suites with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards [Required]

• Knowledge of instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized for surgical procedures [Required]

• Understanding of the procedures being performed and ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon [Required]

• Strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality [Required]

• Up-to-date knowledge of patient rights and ability to respect cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values [Required]

• Up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory, compliance, and accreditation standards and requirements [Required]

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]

• Previous first assistant experience related to the area of specialty [Preferred]

• Knowledge of Anatomy [Preferred]

• General knowledge of asepsis, healing, infectious disease process, surgical anatomy and physiology, safety issues, and operative techniques [Preferred]

• Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course [Preferred]

• Completion of Certified Surgical First Assisting Program [Preferred]

Education:

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

• Associate [Preferred]

Work Experience:

• 2+ relevant work experience [Preferred]

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• NCCSA Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required] OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) [Required] OR ABSA Surgical Assistant - Certified (SA-C) [Required] OR State Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required]

• NBSTSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)[Preferred]

Physical Requirements:

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Pay Range:

$28.97 - $53.88

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject Florida Level 2 background screening, including fingerprinting, as required by state law.

Applicants may review general information about Florida’s background screening requirements at the https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.