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Certified First Asst I

Req #: 306887
Job Category: Surgery Services
Location: Tampa, FL
Pay Range: $28.68 – $53.35
Location Type: On-site

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.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

  • 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:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

3100 E FLETCHER AVE

City:

TAMPA

State:

Florida

Postal Code:

33613

Job Description:

* $10,000 Sign On Bonus for eligible candidates.

* Relocation Bonus for eligible candidates

  • 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.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

  • 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

  • Strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality

  • Up-to-date knowledge of patient rights and ability to respect cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values

Education:

  • Associate [Preferred]

  • High School Grad or Equivalent [Required]

Field of Study:

  • N/A

Work Experience:

  • Two plus years job related experience [Preferred]

Additional Information:

  • Preferred qualification for state of employment will be required.

Licenses and Certifications:

  • Basic Life Support – CPR Cert (BLS) [Required] AND

  • Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) [Required] OR

  • Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required] OR

  • ABSA Surgical Assistant (SA) [Required]

  • Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) [Preferred]

Physical Requirements: (Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements – https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$28.68 – $53.35

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.

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