CVOR Surgical First Assistant - $35k Sign on Bonus
About The Position
The Cardiovascular Operating Room Certified Surgical First Assistant provides direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures, helping ensure efficient operative and invasive procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining the sterile field, supplying instruments and materials, and assisting with critical surgical tasks such as patient positioning, tissue retraction, bleeding control, suturing, and dressing application. The role collaborates with surgeons, nurses, and other surgical team members to support patient outcomes and post-operative care. Previous CVOR experience is preferred. This is a full-time position of 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday, with a stated schedule of 6:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Call and holiday/weekend rotation are required.
Requirements
- 1–3 years of experience as a Surgical Technician or First Assist in an acute-care setting.
- Proficiency in surgical techniques, aseptic principles, and sterile-field maintenance.
- Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and procedural workflows.
- Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and respond quickly to intraoperative changes.
- Strong attention to detail in surgical counting procedures, patient positioning, and procedural safety.
- Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers.
- Knowledge of infection-control standards, regulatory compliance, and patient-safety guidelines.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure surgical environment with composure and professionalism.
- CST - Certified Surgical Technologist certification required.
- Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) through NBSTSA or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through NSAA required.
- BCLS - Basic Life Support required.
Nice To Haves
- Previous experience in a CVOR.
- ACLS - Advanced Cardiac Life Support preferred.
Responsibilities
- Function as a scrub person by preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and providing supplies to the surgical team.
- Perform first-assistant duties, including providing exposure through instrument handling, retraction, suctioning, and sponging as directed by the surgeon.
- Handle and dissect tissues, clamp blood vessels, coagulate bleeding points, and place drains as instructed by the surgeon.
- Assist with wound closure, including suturing subcutaneous layers and skin, applying staples, and dressing surgical sites per surgeon instructions.
- Maintain sterility and safety standards, perform counting procedures with the RN circulator, follow infection-control protocols, and take corrective action when needed.
- Prepare and transport surgical instruments for decontamination, handling them appropriately for sterilization and future use.
- Assist with post-procedure room turnover by ensuring procedural areas are cleaned and prepared for subsequent surgeries.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
- Comply with all policies and standards.
Benefits
- Up to $35,000 sign-on bonus.
- Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision.
- 401(k) with matching.
- Student loan repayment up to $10,000.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
