Surgical First Assistant
Ascension
Salary undisclosed
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Description
- 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.
Qualifications
Licensure / Certification / Registration:
- BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
- One or more of the following required:
- Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical
Assisting (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.
- Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical
Education:
- 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.
Additional Preferences:
- Surgical Assistant credentials from NBSTSA
- Two years surgical technology experience
Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.
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About this role
Ascension is seeking a Surgical First Assistant for a temporary position in Jacksonville to support surgical teams in the operating room. You'll be responsible for positioning and stabilizing patients, managing surgical site exposure through retraction and tissue manipulation, controlling bleeding, and assisting with wound closure and post-operative setup. The role requires close collaboration with surgeons and OR staff to ensure optimal conditions for each procedure.
To qualify, you'll need BLS certification within 30 days of hire and either NBSTSA or ABSA surgical assistant credentials within one year. Your baseline education requirement is a high school diploma plus two years of surgical experience, an associate's degree, or four years of directly applicable work experience. Prior surgical technology experience is preferred. This temporary role suits someone with hands-on OR experience who can work efficiently as part of a surgical team and is willing to obtain or maintain required certifications quickly.
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