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AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

Certified Surgical First Assist PRN

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Part-timeOcala, FL, USA$28.97 - $53.88In-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • Ability to prepare surgical suites with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards.
  • Knowledge of instruments, supplies, and equipment utilized for surgical procedures.
  • Understanding of the procedures being performed and ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.
  • Ability to respect patient rights and cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values, with up-to-date knowledge of these areas.
  • Up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory, compliance, and accreditation standards and requirements.
  • Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals.
  • Must be able to read, write, and speak conversational English.
  • Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office.
  • Knowledge of anatomy.
  • General knowledge of asepsis, healing, infectious disease processes, surgical anatomy and physiology, safety issues, and operative techniques.
  • Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course.
  • Completion of a Certified Surgical First Assisting Program.
  • High school graduation or equivalent.
  • At least 2 years of job-related experience.
  • Basic Life Support CPR certification is required.
  • ABSA Surgical Assistant (SA-C) certification is required.

Responsibilities

  • Utilize physician preference cards to set up operating suites and update cards as instructed.
  • Determine appropriate surgical equipment and supplies based on physician preferences.
  • Achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis using appropriate techniques.
  • Assist with body plane closures, wound dressing applications, and securing drainage systems.
  • Provide visualization for operative sites through tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction, and irrigation.
  • Handle instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures, anticipating the needs of the surgeon.
  • Assist with positioning patients, using stabilizing equipment, and prioritizing patient comfort and safety.
  • Maintain strict aseptic technique and monitor team members to ensure there are no breaks in technique, including performing surgical hand scrubs and donning gowns and gloves.
  • Perform instrument, sharps, and sponge counts with the circulator as needed.
  • Participate in surgical site and patient verification during the time-out procedure, addressing discrepancies or concerns.
  • Measure and pass medications, hemostatic agents, and irrigation solutions during surgical procedures, following safe medication handling and labeling policies.
  • Clean and prepare instruments for terminal sterilization, ensure point-of-use cleaning throughout the procedure, and prepare instrumentation for transport to the decontamination area.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous first assistant experience related to the area of specialty.
  • An associate degree.
  • Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification.

About the Company

AdventHealth

Integrated health system delivering whole-person care

AdventHealth operates a nationwide network that provides whole-person health care across hospitals, physician practices, ambulatory surgery centers, outpatient clinics, home health, hospice, and digital tools. It coordinates care through an integrated system where care teams work across inpatient, outpatient, and at-home settings, supported by the AdventHealth app for scheduling, telehealth, and records. It differentiates itself with a mission-driven focus rooted in Christian heritage and a large, connected network designed to cover the full patient journey from hospital to home. Its goal is to extend the healing ministry of Christ by improving the health and prosperity of the communities it serves, offering accessible, coordinated care that addresses physical, mental, and spiritual well-being.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
Grant
Total funding
$250K
Headquarters
Florida, United States
Founded
1973

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