Surgical Technologist First Assist Certified - CSTFA

BayCare Health System; Florida; On-site; USD 45,000 - 70,000; 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

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Town of Florida is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assistant for full-time employment. The role involves assisting surgeons during operations, ensuring patient safety, and maintaining regulatory standards. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience, a high school diploma, and BLS certification. This position offers medical benefits, a 401(k) match, paid time off, and opportunities for career growth.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech or 2 years as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant.
• BLS certification with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to the position.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Delegation

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Written communication

Verbal communication

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Position Description

Position Description: Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Key Responsibilities

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: Mease Countryside

Status: Full Time, Exempt: No

Shift Hours: 6:30 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Weekend Work: Occasional

On Call: Yes

Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Surgical Tech OR 2 years as a Surgical Technologist First Assistant – main OR experience.
• High School diploma or equivalent.
• BLS certification with the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Specific Skills

• Delegation, interpersonal, customer service, written and verbal communication skills.
• Knowledge of regulatory standards relevant to the position; computer skills; medical terminology use and understanding.
• Preceptor skills; teamwork; ability to work independently.
• Organizational skills; critical thinking.

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 career growth opportunities
• Community discounts
• The chance to be part of an amazing team and a great place to work.

Why BayCare?

We dedicate our lives to caring for yours. Our network consists of 16 community-based hospitals, a long-term acute care facility, home health services, outpatient centers and thousands of physicians. With the support of more than 30,000 team members, we promote a forward-thinking philosophy that’s built on a foundation of trust, dignity, respect, responsibility, and clinical excellence. Our team members focus on tomorrow by achieving personal and professional success today, so you’ll thrive in a culture that combines high-tech with compassionate service.

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