Certified Surgical First Assistant

Trinity Health • Boise, ID

13d

About The Position

At Saint Alphonsus Health System, we are committed to delivering compassionate, high-quality care that improves lives. Our surgical teams are known for their expertise, collaboration, and dedication to patient safety. We believe every role in the OR is vital to delivering exceptional care. As a Certified First Assistant, you’ll work side-by-side with surgeons, ensuring safe, successful outcomes for every patient. Join a team where precision meets purpose. Job Summary The Certified First Assistant (CFA) plays a critical role in the operating room, assisting surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative functions to ensure safe and successful outcomes. This position also supports preoperative and postoperative care, working under the direction and supervision of the surgeon in accordance with hospital policy and regulatory standards. Position Highlights and Benefits: Schedule Information: This is a full-time benefited position working on day shift (4-10s). Day 1 Benefits - no waiting period for medical, dental or vision insurance! Saint Alphonsus offers generous PTO, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities as part of the total compensation package.

Requirements

• Current Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from AHA or Red Cross (ACLS/PALS accepted).

Nice To Haves

• One year of scrub experience in an acute care hospital setting.
• Expertise in at least one major surgical service line and proficiency in a second.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during procedures, including tissue handling, wound closure, and placement of drains.
• Maintain sterile technique and monitor surgical site integrity.
• Anticipate surgeon needs for instruments, sutures, and specialty equipment.
• Support patient positioning, prepping, and draping for optimal safety and exposure.
• Respond appropriately to emergency conditions and complications.
• Participate in education and mentoring of surgical technology students.
• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and aseptic principles.

Benefits

• Day 1 Benefits - no waiting period for medical, dental or vision insurance!
• Saint Alphonsus offers generous PTO, tuition reimbursement and scholarship opportunities as part of the total compensation package.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees