Surgical First Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Previous experience in a CVOR is required.
• One to three years of experience as a Surgical Technician or First Assist in an acute care setting is required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification is required.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) through NBSTSA or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through NSAA is required.
• Basic Life Support (BCLS) is required.
• Proficiency in surgical techniques, aseptic principles, and sterile-field maintenance.
• Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, instrumentation, and procedural workflows.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and respond quickly to intraoperative changes.
• Strong attention to detail in surgical counting procedures, patient positioning, and procedural safety.
• Effective communication and teamwork skills to collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia providers.
• Knowledge of infection-control standards, regulatory compliance, and patient-safety guidelines.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-pressure surgical environment with composure and professionalism.

Nice To Haves

• Vein harvesting experience.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.

Responsibilities

• Function as a scrub person during procedures by preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments, maintaining the sterile field, and providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Perform first-assistant duties, providing exposure through instrument handling, retractors, suctioning, and sponging as directed by the surgeon.
• Handle and dissect tissues, clamp blood vessels, coagulate bleeding points, and place drains as instructed by the surgeon.
• Assist with wound closure, including suturing subcutaneous layers and skin, applying staples, and dressing surgical sites according to surgeon instructions.
• Ensure sterility and safety standards, conduct counting procedures with the RN circulator, follow infection-control protocols, and take corrective action when needed.
• Prepare and transport surgical instruments for decontamination, ensuring proper handling and sterilization for future use.
• Assist with post-procedure room turnover by ensuring procedural areas are cleaned and prepared for subsequent surgeries.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Maintain regular and reliable attendance.
• Comply with all policies and standards.

Benefits

• Up to $35,000 sign-on bonus.
• Health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) with matching.
• Student loan repayment of up to $10,000.
• Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.