Full-Time Surgical First Assistant — Impactful Team

1103 Team Member Services; Florida; On-site; USD 60,000 - 112,000; 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

4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

Career Development

Whole Person Well-being Resources

Mental Health Resources and Support

Pet Benefits

Job summary

AdventHealth in Zephyrhills, FL is seeking a skilled Surgical First Assistant to support operating room teams. You will prepare suites, anticipate surgeon needs, and assist with procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety.

Preferred candidates have first assistant experience, anatomy knowledge, and appropriate certifications. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient respect, and compliance with regulatory standards, within a faith-based health care environment.

Qualifications

• Must have completed an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Certifications in CSA/CSFA or equivalent preferred.
• Experience as a Surgical First Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical suites with instruments, supplies, and resources per surgeon preferences.
• Assist with positioning patients and maintaining aseptic technique during procedures.
• Pass medications and assist with tissue handling, suction, irrigation, and wound care.
• Verify time-outs and surgical counts; ensure patient safety and comfort.

Skills

Surgical setup

Instruments knowledge

Procedures awareness

Team communication

Patient rights knowledge

Regulatory knowledge

Clinical communication

English proficiency

Computer skills

First assistant experience

Anatomy knowledge

Asepsis knowledge

Surgical tech education

CSFA/CSA certification

Education

High School Grad or Equiv

Associate

Job description

AdventHealth in Zephyrhills, FL is seeking a skilled Surgical First Assistant to support operating room teams. You will prepare suites, anticipate surgeon needs, and assist with procedures, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety.

Preferred candidates have first assistant experience, anatomy knowledge, and appropriate certifications. The role emphasizes teamwork, patient respect, and compliance with regulatory standards, within a faith-based health care environment.