Surgical Technologist First Assist Certified

BayCare Health System; Winter Haven (FL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)

401(k) match and additional yearly contributions

Paid Time Off

Tuition reimbursement

Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus

Extensive training and mentorship

Community discounts and more

Job summary

BayCare Health System is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assistant in Winter Haven, Florida. This full-time position involves assisting surgeons during operations, requiring a minimum of 3 years of surgical tech experience or 2 years as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant. The role demands strong interpersonal, delegation, and organizational skills.

Benefits include medical coverage, 401(k) matching, tuition reimbursement, and extensive training opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech OR 2 years Surgical Technologist First Assistant – Main OR experience.
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in completing the operation safely and efficiently.
• Provide exposure and maintain homeostasis during operations.

Skills

Delegation skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service skills

Written and verbal communication skills

Knowledge of regulatory standards

Computer skills

Medical terminology understanding

Preceptor skills

Organizational skills

Critical thinking skills

Education

High School or Equivalent

Job description

Position Description: Surgical Technologist First Assistant

As defined by the American College of Surgeons, Surgical Assistants (SAs) are trained individuals who are able to participate in, and actively assist the surgeon in, completing the operation safely and expeditiously by helping to provide exposure, maintain homeostasis, and other technical functions.

Position Details

Location: Winter Haven
Status: Full Time, Exempt: No
Shift Hours: 0600-0900 variable start time
Weekend Work: Occasional
On Call: Yes

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech OR 2 years Surgical Technologist First Assistant – Main OR experience
• High School or Equivalent
• Basic Life Support Certification (BLS) with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Specific Skills

• Delegation skills; Interpersonal skills; Customer service skills; Written and verbal communication skills
• Knowledge of regulatory standards appropriate to position; Computer skills appropriate to position; Medical terminology use and understanding
• Preceptor skills; Work with a team; Work independently
• Organizational skills; Critical thinking skills

Benefits

• Medical benefits (Health, Dental, Vision)
• 401(k) match and additional yearly contributions
• Paid Time Off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Yearly performance appraisal and team award bonus
• Extensive training and mentorship along with amazing career growth opportunities
• Community discounts and more

Equal Opportunity Employer Veterans/Disabled