Surgical First Assistant

Ascension Health; Jacksonville (FL); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Ascension Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant for the OR at Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital in Jacksonville, FL.

This full-time, day-shift role supports the surgical team by positioning patients, retracting tissues, and assisting with site exposure and bleeding control. Minimum requirements include BLS and NBSTSA or ABSA credentialing within 12 months, plus education options ranging from high school with experience to a technical degree.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 30 days of hire date or transfer date.
• NBSTSA or ABSA Surgical Assistant credential within 12 months of hire date or transfer date.
• High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years of experience OR Associate's/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Expertly position and stabilize patients to optimize surgical site exposure.
• Provide visibility of the surgical site using retraction, tissue manipulation, suctioning, and irrigation.
• Apply advanced techniques to achieve temporary and permanent bleeding control during procedures.
• Assist with closing body planes, dressings, and drainage systems.
• Collaborate with team to set up the OR per surgeon preferences and assist post-case cleanup.

Skills

BLS Provider

Surgical support

Education

High School diploma or equivalent with 2 years experience

Associate's degree/Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

NBSTSA Surgical Assistant credential

ABSA Surgical Assistant credential

Job description

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Jacksonville, FL

• Facility: Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital

• Department: OR

• Schedule: Day shift | Full-time

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How you’ll make an impact in this role

• Expertly position and stabilize patients to optimize surgical site exposure while ensuring comfort and safety.

• Provide clear visibility of the surgical site using retraction, tissue manipulation, suctioning, and irrigation.

• Apply advanced techniques to effectively achieve temporary and permanent bleeding control during procedures.

• Assist with closing body planes, applying wound dressings, and securing drainage systems.

• Collaborate with the team to set up the operating room based on surgeon preferences and assist with post-case cleanup.

What minimum requirements you’ll need

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.

• One or more of the following required:

• Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and SurgicalAssisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

• Surgical Assistant credentialed from the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Education:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Additional Preferences:

• Surgical Assistant credentials from NBSTSA

• Two years surgical technology experience

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options

• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance

• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays

• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning

• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources

• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits

• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12.pdf) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRightsSp6.12.pdf) poster.

Min Salary: 31.41

Max Salary 43.80