Surgical First Assistant (SFA)

St. Mary's Medical Center; West Palm Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

St. Mary's Medical Center is seeking a skilled Surgical Tech to join our perioperative team. You will provide direct patient care during the surgical phase and collaborate with surgeons and scrub personnel to support safe, efficient operations.

Flexible hours with on-call nights, weekends and holidays required. Knowledge of regulatory standards (JCAHO, OSHA, AHCA, CMS) is essential to ensure adherence to hospital policies and patient safety.

Qualifications

• HS education; college preferred; Surgical Tech or above.
• Minimum 3 years of OR experience.
• Certified Surgical Technology First Assistant and BLS.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care during the perioperative phase.
• Assist surgeon and scrub technician duties to support the operation.
• Work flexible hours and be on call nights, weekends and holidays.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards (JCAHO, OSHA, AHCA, CMS).

Skills

Surgical Tech

OR experience

BLS

Education

HS Education; College preferred; Surgical Tech or above

Job description

Overview

St. Mary's Medical Center Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. Available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Job Summary

To provide direct patient care during the perioperative phase. To function interdependently with surgeons and apply knowledge, skills and judgment necessary to assist the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. Functions under the supervision of the Surgeon and Registered Nurse. When not assisting surgeon, will function as surgical scrub technician. Complies with the objectives and policies of the hospital and with surgical services standards of care. Required to work flexible hours and be on call nights, weekends and holidays. Knowledge of, adherence of monitoring and compliance of all regulatory and licensing agencies including but not limited to JCAHO, OSHA, AHCA, CMS.

Job Shift: Days

Job Type: Full Time

Qualifications

Education:

• HS Education. College preferred. Surgical Tech or above.

Experience:

• Previous OR experience with minimum of 3 years

Certifications:

• Certified Surgical Technology First Assistant, BLS

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