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Certified Surgical First AsstTarpon Springs, FL

AdventHealth, Tarpon Springs, Florida, United States, 34689

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Surgical First Assistant Opportunity At AdventHealth North Pinellas

Here at AdventHealth North Pinellas, you can find the Tarpon Springs hospital job that fits your talents, skills and passions. Our hospital services range from emergency and cardiovascular medicine to orthopedics, wound care, sleep medicine, general surgery and more. Our team of Tarpon Springs nurses, surgical technologist, imaging professionals, and cath lab technologist are dedicated to serving the Pinellas and Pasco communities with whole-person health care. With a variety of medical jobs, Tarpon Springs is a great place to begin or elevate your career, and we invite you to explore our open positions at AdventHealth North Pinellas. Every day, our fellow team members show up to work, unified by one shared mission: Extending the Healing Ministry of Jesus Christ. As a faith-based health care organization, our story is one of hope as we strive to heal and restore the body, mind and spirit. Though our facilities are spread across the country, this unwavering belief binds us together. Across every office, exam and patient room, we're committed to providing individualized, holistic care. This is our Christian mission, and it inspires us to help make communities healthier and happier. All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family: Paid Days Off from Day One Student Loan Repayment Program Career Development Whole Person Wellbeing Resources Mental Health Resources and Support Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It's about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better. Schedule: Full time Shift: Days The community you'll be caring for: AdventHealth North Pinellas The role you'll contribute: Prepares and maintains the surgical area, scrubs and is first assistant to the physician during procedures, assists the RN in technical functions related to patient care in the OR and assists in the training of others and functions as a resource within the department. The value you'll bring to the team: The surgeon shall convey the exact position that will give the best exposure for the surgical procedure. The surgical assistant will carry out this order. Consideration will be given to the patient's comfort and safety. The surgical assistant shall be familiar with common positions related to the surgical procedure and will be able to use the equipment necessary to provide the position. Upon completion of the procedure, the patient shall be evaluated for any possible damage from positioning which will include assessment of the skin. The abnormal condition shall be reported to the surgeon and treatment and documentation shall be carried out. Proficient in scrubbing for all operative procedures within the scope of service. Setup of procedure/operating room with correct instrumentation and supplies for the scheduled case. Identifies unsafe or defective instrument/equipment and implements appropriate corrective action. Verifies completeness of instruments/sponge/needle count. Cleans instruments, equipment and room as appropriate when procedure is completed. Qualifications: The expertise and experiences you'll need to succeed: High School education or equivalent. Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology Course or Four years' experience as a Surgical Technologist prior to CFA. Certification as a First Assistant. National Board of Surgical Technician and Surgical Assistant (NBSTA) or American Board of Surgical Assistant. (ABSA) or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistant (NCCSA) BLS This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances. Category: Surgery Organization: AdventHealth North Pinellas Schedule: Full-time Shift: 1 - Day Req ID: 25023017 We are an equal opportunity employer and do not tolerate discrimination based on race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, marital status, age or disability/handicap with respect to recruitment, selection, placement, promotion, wages, benefits and other terms and conditions of employment.