Certified Surgical First Assist

1103 Team Member Services; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Time Off from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Job summary

1103 Team Member Services is seeking a skilled Surgical Scrub Tech to prepare operating suites, select appropriate instruments, and assist the surgical team. You will support the surgeon with instrument handling, tissue manipulation, and maintaining a sterile field.

Candidates should have 2+ years in a surgical scrub environment, knowledge of aseptic technique, and the ability to communicate effectively with the team. BLS/CSFA as preferred qualifications may be considered.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of related experience as a Surgical Scrub Tech or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Set up operating suites using physician preference cards.
• Assist with instrument and supply handling during procedures.
• Maintain aseptic technique and monitor team adherence.
• Assist with patient positioning and comfort.
• Participate in instrument counts and time-out verifications.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Sterile technique

Patient safety

Team collaboration

English communication

Education

High school diploma

Associate degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Benefits from Day One:

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: Full time Shift: Day (United States of America)

Address: 1500 SW 1ST AVE City: OCALA State: Florida Postal Code: 34471

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. Other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to prepare surgical suites with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards Knowledge of instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized for surgical procedures Understanding of the procedures being performed and ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon Strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality Up-to-date knowledge of patient rights and ability to respect cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values Up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory, compliance, and accreditation standards and requirements Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office Previous first assistant experience related to the area of specialty [Preferred] Knowledge of Anatomy General knowledge of asepsis, healing, infectious disease process, surgical anatomy and physiology, safety issues, and operative techniques Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course Completion of Certified Surgical First Assisting Program

Education:

• Associate [Preferred]
• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]

Work Experience:

2+ job related experience Surgical Scrub Tech Experience Required Additional Information: Preferred qualification for state of employment will be required.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) [Preferred]
• OR ABSA Surgical Assistant (SA - C) [Required]

Physical Requirements:

Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$28.97 - $53.88

Background Screening Requirement (Florida Law)

Certain positions are subject to 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 Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we’re committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier.