Certified Surgical Assistant - MCSHS SA Students

Mayo Clinic • Rochester, MN

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About The Position

Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA of CSFA) first assists the surgeon/physician in the performance of surgical procedures. The CSA has an understanding of human surgical anatomy; has developed surgical skills such as suturing, the proper use of surgical instrumentation, and proper positioning of surgical patients. The CSA possesses a working knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique, and perioperative policies and procedural guidelines. The CSA must have knowledge of surgical procedures and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon. The CSA will work in a multi-specialty perioperative setting that includes general surgery, orthopedic surgery, neurological surgery, spinal surgery, ENT/radical neck surgery, gynecological surgery, urology surgery, cardiovascular surgery, thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, trauma surgery, plastic surgery, transplant surgery, colon-rectal surgery, and pediatric surgery.

Requirements

• Graduate of a Surgical Assistant program or equivalent surgical assistant training.
• Currently certified as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).
• Relevant operating room experience or training within the past 3 years is preferred.
• Must have and maintain current certification as Certified Surgical Assistant with the NSAA or CSFA with the NBSTSA.
• Maintains Basic Life Support certification.

Nice To Haves

• Ability to adapt to unpredictable situations within the perioperative setting.
• Proven ability to communicate with a variety of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
• Demonstrates patient-centered and customer-focused communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as a team member with minimal supervision.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon/physician in the performance of surgical procedures.
• Demonstrate understanding of human surgical anatomy.
• Develop surgical skills such as suturing and proper use of surgical instrumentation.
• Ensure proper positioning of surgical patients.
• Maintain knowledge of aseptic technique and perioperative policies.
• Anticipate the needs of the surgeon during procedures.

Benefits

• Competitive Compensation.
• Potential relocation assistance of up to $10,000 (taxable).
• Rare pension plan in addition to a 403(b) with employer match.
• Flexible choice options for Medical, Dental, Vision, Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA).

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Hospitals
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree