Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - General Surgery

Lifepoint Health • Lake Havasu City, AZ

4d • Onsite

About The Position

At Havasu Regional Medical Center, our Certified Surgical First Assist plays a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality surgical care. Working side by side with surgeons and the operating room team, you are an essential part of ensuring efficient procedures and positive patient outcomes. Our culture is built on genuine care for both our patients and one another, with patient safety and well-being at the center of everything we do. You’ll be supported by strong teamwork and leaders who are present, approachable, and truly invested in your success. In our most recent culture survey, team members shared how much they value the supportive environment and the people they work alongside each day.

Requirements

• Current Arizona Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required.
• Minimum of 1 year of CSFA experience required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) required within 30 days of hire
• Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Associate degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• Minimum of 1 year of CSFA experience required.

Nice To Haves

• Associate's Degree Preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides direct assistance to the surgeon(s) during surgical procedures.
• Positions patients to give best exposure for surgical procedures, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate methods, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.

Benefits

• Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree