Certified Surgical First Asst

Ascension • Austin, TX

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required.
• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct, expert surgical assistance across high-acuity Level 1 trauma and elective surgical specialties, anticipating surgeon needs to optimize operative efficiency and patient outcomes.
• Position patients utilize stabilizing equipment and padding to ensure optimal surgical exposure while strictly maintaining anatomical alignment, tissue integrity, and patient safety.
• Enhance surgical field visualization using precise tissue manipulation, manual and mechanical retraction, targeted suctioning, irrigation, and sponging.
• Execute appropriate temporary and permanent hemostatic techniques, including electrocautery, vessel ligation, clip application, and topical hemostatic agents.
• Perform multi-layer body plane closures, secure drainage systems, and apply appropriate sterile wound dressings in accordance with surgical standards.
• Prepare operating suites using surgeon preference cards to select, verify, and organize necessary instrumentation, specialized equipment, and sterile supplies.
• Maintain sterile integrity throughout procedures and assist with room turnaround, including the safe disposal of biohazardous waste and removal of soiled case carts and supplies.
• Participate in on-call rotation schedules to deliver rapid-response surgical support for emergency trauma cases and critical surgical care.
• Maintain dynamic communication with multidisciplinary surgical teams, anesthesia providers, and circulating nurses to ensure seamless perioperative workflow.

Benefits

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: pro-rated paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Education Level: High school or GED