Surgical First Assistant at Ascension

Panama City, Florida, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

29 May, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Feb, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Surgical Assistance, Patient Positioning, Surgical Access Maximization, Surgical Field Maintenance, Instrument Management, Supply Management, Visualization Support, Wound Closure, Post-procedure Care, Surgical Suite Preparation, Sterile Standards Maintenance, BLS Provider, Certified First Surgical Assistant, First Surgical Assistant

Industry

Hospitals and Health Care

Description

Your future role at a glance Location: Panama City, Florida Facility: Ascension Sacred Heart Bay Department/Specialty: Operating Room - OR Schedule: Full-time | Day shift 6am - 3pm Call required, including holidays and weekends. Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity 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. Benefits that help you thrive Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more Benefit options and eligibility vary by position, scheduled hours and location. Benefits are subject to change at any time. Your recruiter will provide the most up-to-date details during the hiring process. How you’ll make an impact in this role Partner with surgeons during procedures to ensure seamless operations and exceptional patient outcomes in the operating room. Position and prepare patients for surgery to maximize surgical access while prioritizing safety, dignity, and comfort. Maintain a clear and controlled surgical field by anticipating surgeon needs, managing instruments and supplies, and supporting visualization throughout the procedure. Support precise wound closure and post-procedure care to promote healing and reduce the risk of complications. Prepare and reset the surgical suite efficiently to uphold sterile standards and ensure the team is ready for the next case. What minimum requirements you’ll need 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: 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. 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. What additional preferences we're seeking Cardiovascular experience. Endoscopic Vessel Harvesting (EVH) experience. Equal employment opportunity employer Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster. Fraud prevention notice Prospective applicants should be vigilant against fraudulent job offers and interview requests. Scammers may use sophisticated tactics to impersonate Ascension employees. To ensure your safety, please remember: Ascension will never ask for payment or to provide banking or financial information as part of the job application or hiring process. Our legitimate email communications will always come from an @ascension.org email address; do not trust other domains, and an official offer will only be extended to candidates who have completed a job application through our authorized applicant tracking system. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here for more information.

Responsibilities

The Surgical First Assistant will partner with surgeons during procedures to ensure seamless operations and exceptional patient outcomes within the operating room. Key duties include positioning patients, maintaining a clear surgical field by anticipating needs, and supporting precise wound closure and post-procedure care.