AdventHealth
Certified First Assistant N Pinellas Surgery
AdventHealth, Tarpon Springs, Florida, United States, 34869
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Certified First Assistant N Pinellas Surgery
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Our Promise To You: 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.
Benefits & Perks
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403‑B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well‑being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule & Shift Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Location Address:
1395 S PINELLAS AVE, TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
Job Description Utilizes physician preference cards to set up operating suites and updates cards as instructed. Determines appropriate surgical equipment and supplies based on physician preferences. Achieves temporary and permanent hemostasis using appropriate techniques. Assists with body plane closures, wound dressing applications, and securing drainage systems. Provides visualization for operative sites through tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction, and irrigation.
Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures, anticipating needs of the surgeon. Assists with positioning patients, using stabilizing equipment, and prioritizing patient comfort and safety. Maintains strict aseptic technique and monitors team members to ensure 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 any 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, ensuring point‑of‑use cleaning throughout the procedure and preparing instrumentation for transport to the decontamination area. Other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements
High School Graduate or Equivalent (Required)
ABSA Surgical Assistant (SA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
Basic Life Support – CPR Certificate (BLS)
RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
State Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
Pay Range $28.68 - $53.35
Equal Employment Opportunity This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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Certified First Assistant N Pinellas Surgery
role at
AdventHealth
Our Promise To You: 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.
Benefits & Perks
Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance
Paid Time Off from Day One
403‑B Retirement Plan
4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave
Career Development
Whole Person Well‑being Resources
Mental Health Resources and Support
Pet Benefits
Schedule & Shift Schedule:
Full time
Shift:
Day (United States of America)
Location Address:
1395 S PINELLAS AVE, TARPON SPRINGS, FL 34689
Job Description Utilizes physician preference cards to set up operating suites and updates cards as instructed. Determines appropriate surgical equipment and supplies based on physician preferences. Achieves temporary and permanent hemostasis using appropriate techniques. Assists with body plane closures, wound dressing applications, and securing drainage systems. Provides visualization for operative sites through tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction, and irrigation.
Handles instruments, supplies, and equipment during surgical procedures, anticipating needs of the surgeon. Assists with positioning patients, using stabilizing equipment, and prioritizing patient comfort and safety. Maintains strict aseptic technique and monitors team members to ensure 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 any 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, ensuring point‑of‑use cleaning throughout the procedure and preparing instrumentation for transport to the decontamination area. Other duties as assigned.
Qualification Requirements
High School Graduate or Equivalent (Required)
ABSA Surgical Assistant (SA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
Basic Life Support – CPR Certificate (BLS)
RQI Resuscitation Quality Improvement
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
State Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) – EV Accredited Issuing Body
Pay Range $28.68 - $53.35
Equal Employment Opportunity This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti‑discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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