Surgical Technologist/First Assistant

Overview

UF Health Durbin Park Hospital, is a transformative new health care destination in St. Johns County, Florida. Rising five stories and spanning approximately 220,000 square feet, this state-of-the-art hospital will feature 99 inpatient beds designed for comfort, innovation and exceptional outcomes. In addition, UF Health Durbin Park Hospital will feature a 24-hour Emergency Department. Durbin Park is nestled on 42.5-acre health and wellness campus that will advance health care services as part of UF’s regional expansion plan for Jacksonville and St. Johns County. Join our team!

Responsibilities

Under direct guidance and immediate supervision from the primary operative surgeon, the Surgical First Assistant will assist in the perioperative care of patients in the Operating Room. 

Schedule

FTE: 1.0

Hours: Variable

Days: Variable

Location: St. Johns, FL

Qualifications

Education

Required: High School Diploma or GED AND graduate of Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assisting program.

Experience

Required: 1-2 years Surgical Technology experience

Preferred: 1-2 years Surgical Assisting experience

Certification

• Certification from The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or American Board of Surgical Assisting (ABSA).
• BLS from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Necessary Skills

• Working knowledge of operating room fundamentals, including aseptic principals and techniques.
• Strong working knowledge of patient care and basic human needs throughout the life span.
• In depth knowledge of medical terminology.
• Strong working knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes.
• Demonstrates teamwork and communicates in a professional manner with all members of the healthcare team. Adapts quickly and easily to change and adjusted behavior and approach to work when necessary to achieve goals.

Age of Patients Served: All Age Groups.