Surgical First Assist

Ascension • Panama City, FL

396d

About The Position

The Surgical First Assist plays a crucial role in the surgical team by providing direct assistance to surgeons during various surgical procedures. This position is responsible for ensuring patient safety and comfort while facilitating optimal surgical conditions. The role requires a combination of technical skills, knowledge of surgical procedures, and the ability to work collaboratively within a surgical team.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• First Surgical Assistant credentialed from the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Surgical First Assist, 2 years experience preferred but not required.
• Vein Harvesting experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate methods, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.
• Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from the OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies.

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 10,001+ employees