Tampa General Hospital·Tampa, Florida
Provides direct support to surgeons during procedures by positioning patients, managing instruments, and controlling bleeding. Collaborates with the surgical team to perform wound closure and ensure proper post-operative patient care.
InterHealth Staffing is a for-profit staffing division of TGH committed to providing patients with excellent and compassionate care.
Positions range from permanent clinical float roles (Full time or Part Time) to Seasonal 13-week assignments with significantly higher base pay.
As the region’s leading safety net hospital, Tampa General is committed to providing area residents with world-class and compassionate health care ranging from the simplest to the most complex medical services.
Provides direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures.
Positioning and prepping patients prior to surgery, ensuring clear visibility for the surgeon by using instruments such as retractors and sponges, controlling bleeding, closing surgery sites using sutures or staples and properly dressing wounds.
They also collaborate with doctors and other surgical team members to ensure proper post-operative care of patients
High School diploma or equivalent. Graduate of a certified surgical technician program and a recognized first assistant training program. At least one year experience as a surgical tech is required. BLS required.
Requires a high school diploma or equivalent and graduation from a certified surgical technician program and a recognized first assistant training program. Candidates must have at least one year of surgical tech experience and a valid BLS certification.
Market context
Florida hospitals and cardiac surgery centers commonly need seasonal Surgical Tech First Assist professionals for open-heart cases, especially when operating rooms face staffing gaps or higher procedure volumes. This role is competitive because employers look for certified surgical tech and first assistant training, prior surgical tech experience, and current BLS, so matching those credentials matters. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your cardiac case experience and certifications before applying.
