SURGICAL TECHNICIAN - FIRST ASSIST (CERT)
About the Organization
Henderson Hospital is a member of The Valley Health System, a network of acute care and specialty hospitals providing care for patients throughout Southern Nevada and nearby communities. Located in Henderson, NV, the hospital offers:
- Emergency care
- Surgical services, including an outpatient surgery center
- Cardiovascular care
- Women’s health and maternity services, including a Level III neonatal intensive care unit
- Outpatient wound care
- Two freestanding emergency departments: the ER at Green Valley Ranch and the ER at Cadence
Accreditations and recognitions include:
- Advanced Primary Heart Attack Center
- Advanced Primary Stroke Center
- Bronze-level Geriatric Emergency Department (GEDA)
- Top General Hospital and Top Teaching Hospital by The Leapfrog Group
- “A” Patient Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group for 13 consecutive award cycles
- Named one of the nation’s 100 Top Hospitals® by Fortune and Premier’s PINC AI™ in 2024
The hospital opened in 2016 and is part of Universal Health Services (UHS), one of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services. UHS operates acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities, and ambulatory care access points across 40 U.S. states, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom. Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 101,500 employees and reported annual revenues of $17.4 billion in 2025.
About the Location
Henderson, Nevada, is the state’s second-largest city with over 302,000 residents. Recognized as the Second Safest City in America by Forbes and named to MONEY magazine’s “Best Places to Live in America” three times, Henderson offers:
- A favorable tax structure
- Award-winning healthcare, parks, police, and fire departments
- A blend of metropolitan cultural arts and nationally recognized special events while retaining small-town values
- Numerous parks, mixed-use shopping areas, master-planned communities, and senior living neighborhoods
Annual events and local parades are held in the historic Water Street District, celebrating local businesses, youth accomplishments, and community contributions.
About the Role
Assists surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions to ensure safe operations with optimal patient results. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, attends to patients’ direct care needs and maintains compliance with hospital policies.
- Anticipates the needs of the surgeon and surgical team for specific procedures
- Maintains dexterity sufficient to perform assistant duties effectively
- Upholds a professional attitude regarding patient dignity, privacy, and safety
- Functions within the scope of practice defined by medical staff bylaws, rules, regulations, and state law
Responsibilities
- Assist surgeons with technical functions during operations, including exposure and hemostasis
- Provide direct patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse
- Maintain compliance with hospital policies and procedures
- Anticipate the needs of the surgical team for specific procedures
- Demonstrate and maintain dexterity required for surgical assisting duties
- Uphold patient dignity, privacy, and safety
- Operate within the defined scope of practice and applicable state laws
Requirements
- Technical School, 2 Years College, or Associate’s Degree in Surgical Technology (or board-eligible program for SFA certification)
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Three to five (3-5) years of surgical tech experience required; five to eight (5-8) years preferred
- Current CSFA (NBSTSA), CSA (NSAA), or SA-C (ABSA) certification required; must be maintained for employment
- Current American Heart Association BLS certification
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide age-appropriate patient care
Benefits
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Comprehensive education and training center
- Competitive compensation and generous paid time off
- Excellent medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career opportunities within The Valley Health System and UHS