Vascular CFA - OR Surgical First Assistant

AdventHealth; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 74,000; Full time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Tampa, FL seeks a Surgical Technologist to support operating room procedures, assist the surgeon, and prepare instruments and environment for cardiac and vascular surgeries. The role emphasizes intraoperative care, patient positioning, and sterile technique to ensure optimal outcomes and safety.

Required CFA/CST/BLS certifications and experience in a cardiovascular OR are preferred; the facility offers comprehensive benefits and a structured work environment.

Qualifications

• High School Grad or Equiv [Required]
• Completion of Certified Surgical Assisting Program
• 1+ experience as a surgical technologist [Preferred]
• 3+ experience as a CFA [Required]
• 5+ experience as a CFA [Preferred]

Responsibilities

• Assist in resuscitation of patient during cardiac arrest or other life-threatening events in the operating room.
• Sets up procedure/operating room with correct instrumentation and supplies, and cleans instruments, equipment, and room post-procedure.
• Identifies unsafe or defective instruments/equipment and implements corrective action.
• Prepares for pending surgical procedures.
• Assists in moving, positioning, prepping, and draping the patient according to surgeon's guidelines.
• Provides retraction of tissues and organs for optimal visualization during surgery.
• Manages hemostasis using appropriate surgical instruments and techniques.
• Harvests the saphenous vein for grafting purposes as needed.
• Closes wound layers and applies wound dressings per surgeon's directive.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Surgical assistance

Intraoperative skills

Team collaboration

Education

Certified Surgical Assisting Program

High School diploma

Job description

AdventHealth in Tampa, FL seeks a Surgical Technologist to support operating room procedures, assist the surgeon, and prepare instruments and environment for cardiac and vascular surgeries. The role emphasizes intraoperative care, patient positioning, and sterile technique to ensure optimal outcomes and safety.

Required CFA/CST/BLS certifications and experience in a cardiovascular OR are preferred; the facility offers comprehensive benefits and a structured work environment.