About HSS at NCH
At Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS) at Naples Comprehensive Health (NCH), we don’t settle for ordinary—we redefine what’s possible in healthcare. Ranked the #1 orthopedic hospital in the nation by U.S. News & World Report for 15 consecutive years, and the #1 orthopedic hospital in the world by Newsweek, HSS has partnered with NCH to bring that world-class legacy home to Naples. We’ve built a state-of-the-art facility where cutting-edge surgical innovation, advanced rehabilitation, and pioneering research all come together to offer patients world-class excellence in care. Learn more at HSSatNCH.org, HSS.edu, and NCHMD.org.
At HSS at NCH, we foster a vibrant, high-performing culture that empowers people to thrive as themselves. Our team is made up of some of the brightest minds in the field, driven by a relentless pursuit of innovation and a shared commitment to pushing boundaries in healthcare. Together, we’re not just treating patients—we’re delivering outcomes that transform lives.
Why Join Us?
Joining HSS at NCH means more than taking a job—it’s an invitation to contribute to something greater. You’ll collaborate with leading experts in a dynamic environment that challenges you to be your best, alongside the best. Here, you’ll become part of a future that’s as groundbreaking as our beginning—and that’s something to be passionate about. At HSS at NCH, you’ll find a career that fosters your growth and empowers people to move better, live healthier, and make a lasting impact.
JOB SUMMARY
The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant HSS acts as first assistant to the physicians, assisting in the intra-operative phase including draping, suturing, clamping, and exposure of the surgical field. This position is skilled in assisting on surgical procedures on patients from all age groups and surgical modalities including robotics within scope of practice.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Other duties may be assigned.
· Locate and document medical and patient care information in the electronic or paper medical record.
· Utilizes appropriate interview techniques to obtain history within the time frame of unit policy and provides appropriate intervention.
· Identifies standards of care common to patient population, i.e. age specific, barriers to learning.
· Delivers patient care and treatment using problem-solving skills and critical thinking skills.
· Demonstrates knowledge of medication dosages for patient population served.
· Administers medication safely and accurately, and utilizes available resources when questions arise.
· Evaluates outcomes of care to determine if patient needs were met.
· Chart forms are completed fully; no blanks left and are legible.
· Provides feedback regarding problems and complaints and offers constructive suggestions. Uses chain-of command for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
· Completes care assignments in a reasonable amount of time.
· Reports to oncoming shift the care that should be provided and/or needs that have yet to be addressed.
· Follows hospital standards related to Infor and Kronos system.
· Accepts responsibility for own learning needs. Attends courses and in-services offered.
· Maintains clinical skills specifically required on unit. Maintains knowledge of current policies.
· Attentive to assignment activities and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and team members.
· Serves as a preceptor for new employees, coworkers and students and evaluates their performance by validating clinical and technical skills and interpersonal interactions.
· Maintains communication with patient family/significant other as patient progresses through continuum of care.
· Taking on call may be required.
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS
· High school graduate or equivalent.
· Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technology Program, or Military Training Program in Surgical Technology
· 2 Years minimum experience as Surgical Technologist First Assist.
· Certification in Surgical Technology.
· Certification as Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).
· Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required from the American Red Cross or American Heart Association.
· Intermediate computer knowledge: Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook, and Windows
