Surgical First Assistant

Ascension•Jacksonville, FL

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Ascension St. Vincent's Riverside Hospital is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to join their OR department. This full-time, day shift position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in patient care by optimizing surgical site exposure, providing clear visibility, controlling bleeding, assisting with wound closure, and collaborating with the surgical team. Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system committed to reimagining healthcare and fostering an inclusive and supportive environment for its associates.

Requirements

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate'sdegree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
Surgical Assistant credentials from NBSTSA
Two years surgical technology experience

Nice To Haves

Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and SurgicalAssisting (NBSTSA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.
Surgical Assistant credentialed from the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) obtained within 12 Months (1 year) of hire date or job transfer date.

Responsibilities

Expertly position and stabilize patients to optimize surgical site exposure while ensuring comfort and safety.
Provide clear visibility of the surgical site using retraction, tissue manipulation, suctioning, and irrigation.
Apply advanced techniques to effectively achieve temporary and permanent bleeding control during procedures.
Assist with closing body planes, applying wound dressings, and securing drainage systems.
Collaborate with the team to set up the operating room based on surgeon preferences and assist with post-case cleanup.