Join a dedicated healthcare team in the heart of the Midwest region as a Certified Surgical First Assistant. This role involves collaborating closely with anesthesia providers, surgeons, and surgical staff to deliver exceptional patient care before, during, and after surgical procedures.

General Summary

The Surgical First Assistant is a skilled professional who employs sterile techniques and specialized equipment to assist in surgeries, ensuring patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare surgical cases accurately using physician preference cards and appropriate instruments.
• Apply medical knowledge of anatomy and physiology effectively during procedures.
• Maintain aseptic techniques, demonstrate dexterity, and anticipate the needs of the surgical team.
• Operate sterilization equipment following established protocols.
• Monitor and manage implantable devices with sterile technique and ensure proper function.
• Inspect and verify equipment functionality prior to surgeries.
• Handle surgical tools, tables, cautery units, and specialty equipment with care.
• Assist physicians in positioning patients safely and appropriately.
• Provide clear visualization of the operative site under physician guidance.
• Support hemostasis and assist with closure of body planes using proper techniques.
• Apply wound dressings as ordered by the physician.
• Demonstrate accountability, work independently, adapt to change, and maintain punctuality and attendance standards.
• Organize information, maintain a clean and efficient workspace, and manage time effectively.
• Perform delegated tasks to uphold quality and enhance patient safety under surgeon supervision.

Education

Completion of an accredited Surgical Technologist program is required.

Experience

Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Nurse is preferred but not mandatory.

Certification and Licenses

• Current Surgical Technologist Certification.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association.
• First Assistant Certification is preferred.

Mental and Physical Requirements

This position requires significant mental focus and physical activity including lifting up to 35 pounds, frequent walking, standing, turning, carrying, pushing, pulling, stooping, crouching, twisting, and reaching.

Working Conditions

Frequent exposure to infectious and communicable diseases through blood and body fluids is expected, along with occasional encounters with hostile individuals. Minimal physical discomfort may occur.

Embrace the opportunity to grow professionally within a supportive healthcare environment serving a broad regional community in the Midwest.