Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - Meritus Surgical Specialist

Meritus Health

4h • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgical First Assistant plays a vital hands-on role in supporting safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. Under the general direction of the Clinical Manager and the direct supervision of the Registered Nurse, this position works as part of the intra-operative team to assist the surgeon throughout the procedure. The First Assistant provides technical expertise in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative functions to ensure a safe and effective surgical experience. This role requires strong clinical judgment, advanced technical skill, and the ability to respond effectively in high-pressure situations. The Surgical First Assistant must maintain age-specific competencies and complete all medical staff office credentialing requirements.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Completion of a degree or program related to appropriate licensure or certification required
• Minimum of four (4) years of experience as a Surgical Technician in an acute care setting required
• Applicants for initial appointment must demonstrate adequate clinical experience as a CSA or CSFA within the past 12 months
• Current certification as a CSFA by one of the following required: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA), National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA)
• Current BLS (CPR) Certification required
• Ability to perform effectively in stressful and emergency situations
• Strong situational awareness and ability to recognize safety hazards
• Ability to initiate appropriate preventive and corrective actions
• Excellent teamwork, communication, and clinical judgment

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with hands-on intraoperative tasks including exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure
• Perform technical functions during surgery under the direction and supervision of the surgeon
• Support safe and efficient patient care throughout the intra-operative phase
• Demonstrate competence in age-specific clinical practice
• Maintain readiness and compliance with Medical Staff Office credentialing requirements
• Collaborate with the surgical team to ensure a safe, sterile, and efficient operative environment
• Recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate preventive or corrective actions
• Perform effectively in stressful, emergent, or rapidly changing clinical situations

Benefits

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance (coverage begins on the first of the month following your hire date)
• Life Insurance & Disability Coverage (includes company-paid life insurance, as well as short- and long-term disability benefits)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) (a generous PTO program designed to help you recharge and maintain a healthy work-life balance)
• 401(K) Retirement Plan (benefit from a robust company match to support your long-term financial goals)
• Education Assistance & Tuition Reimbursement (support for your continued learning and career growth)
• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) and Health Savings Accounts (HSA) (options to save pre-tax dollars for eligible healthcare and dependent care expenses)
• Shift Differential Pay (team members working evening, night, or weekend shifts may be eligible for additional pay)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 501-1,000 employees