Certified Surgical First Assist

Job Summary

You'll be an integral surgical team member, providing skilled assistance for safe, efficient procedures critical to patient outcomes. Your responsibilities include preparing the OR, assisting surgeons and nurses, counting items, handling specimens, assisting with patient positioning, and adhering strictly to aseptic technique.

Responsibilities

• Prepares the Operating Room (OR) with instruments, equipment, and supplies
• Anticipate and pass instruments to surgeons and nurses
• Maintain the sterile field
• Count items and handle specimens
• Assist with patient positioning
• Adhere strictly to aseptic technique
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team
• Shares data with the team and supports the team with the surgeon
• Supports the development of clinical decision-making of all team members
• Advocates patient rights from the patient/family perspective
• Validates clinical decisions for other staff members
• Sets up for correct procedures
• Collaborates with the health care team and other disciplines to meet desired outcomes
• Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others

Requirements

• Completion of CAAHEP accredited first assist program and/or evidence of preceptorship of 140 operative cases as surgical first assist and/or evidence of previous experience in the role of a Certified First Assist
• Certified Surgical Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Completion of an Accredited Surgical First Assist Program with Certification as a Surgical First Assist
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist with completion of a CAAHEP accredited first assist program
• BLS- American Heart Association
• CT CSFA = Certified Surgical 1st Assist-Natl

Qualifications

• Required completion of CAAHEP accredited first assist program and/or evidence of preceptorship of 140 operative cases as surgical first assist and/or evidence of previous experience in the role of a Certified First Assist
• Certified Surgical Technologist with a minimum of 2 years of experience
• Completion of an Accredited Surgical First Assist Program with Certification as a Surgical First Assist
• Current Certified Surgical Technologist with completion of a CAAHEP accredited first assist program
• BLS- American Heart Association
• CT CSFA = Certified Surgical 1st Assist-Natl

Skills

• Meticulous attention to detail
• Strong sterile technique knowledge
• Anticipation of needs in a fast-paced environment
• Excellent communication
• Commitment to patient safety

Benefits

• Quarterly American Heart Association (AHA) Resuscitation Quality Improvement (RQI) competency certification post-hire

Pay

$43.37 - $60.12 /hour

Schedule

Hours may vary based on departmental needs.

Contact Information

To apply, please visit our careers page at [insert link]. For more information about Dignity Health-St. Rose Dominican, San Martín Campus, contact us at [insert contact information].