Surgical First Assistant (Certified) - Operating Room - Day/Evenings

About the role

The Certified Surgical First Assistant is a member of the Surgical Team in the Surgical Suite who works with the Surgeon, Anesthesiologist, Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist, Certified Surgical Technologist, and Registered Nurse to deliver direct patient care before, during and after surgery.

Responsibilities

• Utilizes appropriate physician preference cards; anticipates supplies and equipment needed for the assigned case.
• Prepares room supplies according to operative procedure.
• Assists with moving, positioning, preparing and draping patients.
• Applies and utilizes special equipment safely.
• Maintains aseptic technique.
• Assists with obtaining specimens and ensures proper preparation and handling.
• Performs correct counts according to hospital policies and procedures.
• Antsists and adjusts rapidly to the instrument needs of the surgeon.
• Assists in the maintenance of instruments and supplies by proper maintenance, care, cleaning and sterilization.
• Maintains good interpersonal skills.
• Performs all of the above in a safe and efficient manner according to hospital policies and procedures.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a School of Surgical Technology or equivalent training as a Surgical Technician in the Armed Forces with five years of experience.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or Surgical Assistant - Certified (SA-C) by the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) required.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health benefits
• Retail savings plan
• Paid time off (PTO)

Schedule

Full Time (72 hours/Biweekly) Shift: Day/Evening (0700-1930)

Pay

Commensurate with experience