Surgical First Assistant / OR Tech (PRN) - Patient Focused

HCA Healthcare; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

401(k) with company match

Education support

Job summary

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist to work closely with the surgeon in the operating room. You will scrub and assist during procedures, helping with retraction, tissue manipulation, and goals of optimal visualization for patient safety.

The role requires completing an approved Surgical First Assistant program or having medical training with substantial surgical rotation, and current BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an approved Surgical First Assistant program OR Medical School Graduate OR allied health professional with 2250 hours of surgical rotation.
• Current certification as a Surgical Assistant with 350 cases and 2 years of experience in the last 4 years.
• BLS approved by American Heart Association

Responsibilities

• Assist before, during, and after surgical procedures, providing retraction and tissue manipulation for optimal visualization.
• Support the surgeon in the OR to ensure safety and efficiency during operations.
• Assist in patient preparation, positioning, and application of casts, immobilizers, or tourniquets.
• Apply wound dressings and drainage as directed by the surgeon and assist in closing incisions when needed.

Skills

Surgical First Assist

BLS certified

Physical stamina

Education

Approved Surgical First Assistant program / Medical School

Job description

HCA Florida West Tampa Hospital is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist to work closely with the surgeon in the operating room. You will scrub and assist during procedures, helping with retraction, tissue manipulation, and goals of optimal visualization for patient safety.

The role requires completing an approved Surgical First Assistant program or having medical training with substantial surgical rotation, and current BLS certification.