Certified Surgical First Assistant

About the role

The Certified Surgical First Assistant (CFSA) works directly alongside the surgeon in the operating room, helping position and prep the patient, maintaining the sterile field, and assisting with instruments throughout the procedure. First Assistants actively participate in surgery by providing exposure, controlling bleeding, suturing, closing incisions, and anticipating the surgeon’s needs to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care.

Responsibilities

• Reports to the Clinical Supervisor Surgical Services in the Surgery department/unit.
• Supports a 24/7 high touch, high tech, and efficient environment for patients requiring elective, urgent, or emergent surgical intervention.
• Collaborates with leadership to achieve organizational goals within the Surgery Department.

Qualifications

• Certification in Surgical Technology/Certified First Assistant.
• Successful completion of a training program in a recognized First Assistant program.
• Five years’ experience in an acute care operating room in the scrub role, preferred.
• Proficiency in the following specialties: Major Vascular, Thoracic, Open Heart, Orthopedics, OB/GYN, General.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider affirmation by American Heart Association.
• Basic computer skills.

Benefits

• Health, dental, and vision insurance options
• Paid vacation, sick time, and holidays
• Bereavement leave, FMLA, and other leave options
• Employer 401K options
• Tuition reimbursement options
• Life, disability, and other insurance options