What are the responsibilities and job description for the CST First Assist position at UF Health?
At UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital, we are committed to providing the Central Florida community with leading-edge patient care, clinical training and research programs. Our teams of physicians and clinical staff work together to offer specialty services, advanced technology and clinical studies — bringing world-class, quality health care closer to you and your loved ones. UF Health Spanish Plaines Hospital provides many medical services and amenities for our patients and their families and visitors.
As part of the UF Health network, patients now get more — more access, more services, more specialized care, improved experiences, faster treatment — and as a result, everyone rises and moves forward together.
Responsibilities:The scrub technician first assistant, under direct guidance and immediate supervision from the primary operative surgeon, assists in the perioperative care of patients in the Operating Room. Does not allow for any independent performance of any surgical procedures.
Qualifications:
Education:
- GED or High School Diploma
Licensure/Certification/Registration:
- Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) from The National Board of Surgical Technology OR
Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) OR
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) from The National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) OR
The American Board of Surgical Assistant (SA-C)
- BLS from the American Heart Association
Special Skills/Qualifications/Additional Training/Experience Required:
- Must be able to read, write, speak and understand English
- 1-2 years surgical technology experience required
- 1-2 years surgical first assist experience preferred
- Must possess a working knowledge of operating room fundamentals, including aseptic principles and techniques
- Strong working knowledge of patient care and basic human needs throughout the life span
- In depth knowledge of medical terminology
- Strong working knowledge of acute and chronic disease processes
- Demonstrates teamwork and communicates in a professional manner with all members of the healthcare team
- Adapts quickly and easily to change and adjusted behavior and approach to work when necessary to achieve goals
