Certified Surgical Tech First Asst I

1103 Team Member Services; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

PTO from Day One

403-B Retirement Plan

Parental Leave

Career Development

Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Florida is seeking a skilled Surgical First Assistant to join our OR team. This role uses physician preference cards to set up operating suites, select equipment, and assist with patient positioning and sterile technique.

You will work closely with surgeons, maintain asepsis, perform instrument counts, and support safe patient care from prep to close, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Associate degree preferred; high school diploma required.
• BLS CPR certification required.
• Surgical technology basics and sterile technique knowledge.
• 2+ years of relevant work experience preferred.
• Certification or training in surgical assisting preferred.
• Ability to read, write and communicate in English.

Responsibilities

• Set up operating suites per physician preference cards.
• Determine appropriate surgical equipment and supplies.
• Maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning and safety.
• Handle instruments, counts, and supplies during surgery.
• Verify site and patient identity during time-out.

Skills

Prepare surgical suites

Instruments knowledge

Anticipate surgeon needs

Team collaboration

Patient rights & respect

Regulatory compliance

Communication with care team

English fluency

MS Office

First assistant experience

Anatomy knowledge

Asepsis knowledge

Surgical Tech course

CSFA program

Education

Associate degree (preferred)

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Tools

Microsoft Office

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: Full time Shift: 24 Hours (United States of America) Address: 401 PALMETTO ST City: NEW SMYRNA BEACH State: Florida Postal Code: 32168

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 [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:

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

Work Experience:

• 2+ relevant work experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

Preferred qualification for state of employment will be required.

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]
• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required]
• OR State Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required]
• 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 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.