Surgical First Assist Job at American Nursing Care (Lexington)

Surgical First Assist Cert

Provide critical patient care by directly assisting the surgeon during operative...

Location

United States , London

Salary:

32.30 - 48.05 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program
One year of surgical technician experience
Basic Life Support - CPR
Certified Surgical First Assistant NASC or Certified Surgical First Assistant or Certified First Assistant - Certified Surgical Technologists

Job Responsibility

Assist the surgeon during operative procedures under their immediate direction
Provide technical support for exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure
Collaborate with the surgical team
Assist with positioning the patient
Provide application of surgical antiseptic solution and draping
Under physician supervision, may open and close surgical sites, harvest grafts, assist with hemostasis, dissect and remove tissue, insert devices, alter tissue
Provide assistance in securing drainage systems and applying wound dressings
Under professional supervision, may apply and remove splints/casts, place foley catheters, and administer local anesthesia

What we offer

Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans
Life insurance
Paid time off (minimum of 14 days for full-time)
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan benefits (401(k), 403(b), other defined benefits)

Parttime

Surgical First Assist Cert

As a Surgical First Assistant, you will provide critical patient care by directl...

Location

United States , Lexington

Salary:

32.30 - 48.05 USD / Hour

American Nursing Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program
One year of surgical technician experience
Basic Life Support - CPR
Certified Surgical First Assistant NASC or Certified Surgical First Assistant or Certified First Assistant - Certified Surgical Technologists

Job Responsibility

Assist the surgeon during operative procedures under their immediate direction
Provide technical support for exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure
Collaborate closely with the surgical team
Perform duties under the guidance of the operating surgeon, circulating nurse, and Team Leader
Assist with positioning the patient
Provide application of surgical antiseptic solution and draping the patient
Under physician supervision, may open and close surgical sites, harvest grafts, assist with hemostasis, dissect and remove tissue, insert devices, alter tissue
Provide assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue and applying appropriate wound dressing
Under professional supervision, may apply and remove splints/casts, place foley catheters, and administer local anesthesia

What we offer

$20,000 Sign on bonus for eligible new hires
Medical, prescription drug, dental, vision plans
Life insurance
Paid time off (minimum of 14 paid time off days, including holidays annually)
Tuition reimbursement
Retirement plan benefit(s) including 401(k), 403(b), and other defined benefits offerings

Fulltime

Surgical Technologist First Assist

Surgical Technologist First Assist position at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical C...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

38.20 - 57.30 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited surgical assistance program required
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential required
Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required
Current CST Certification required
Good communication skills - ability to independently perform scrub duties
Current professional state licensure under IDFPR
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to cooperate and work well with others
Ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others

Job Responsibility

Provide first or second assisting for specified surgical procedures
Incise tissue
Provide surgical field exposure by providing retraction
Assist with maintaining a dry surgical field-hemostasis
Clamp, cauterize, and/or ligate bleeders
Assist with the identification of anatomical structures
Utilize surgical instruments for the purpose they were intended
Assist with or perform wound closure
Assist with or apply skin sutures, staples
Assist with or apply dressings

What we offer

Sign on bonus eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

New

Surgical First Assist Ortho/Neuro

Under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, the certified first assist w...

Location

United States , Tucson

Salary:

Not provided

Tucson Medical Center

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Associate’s Degree or equivalent from a two-year college in specialty area, plus accredited Surgical First Assist training program
or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience
CSFA or CSA Certification plus a minimum of two years experience as a First Assist required
Basic Life Support (BLS) and Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certifications required
Knowledge of surgical assist procedures and best practices
Knowledge of a surgical support required for a specialty such as orthopedics
Skill in the sterilization and set up for different surgical procedures
Skill in providing assistance during surgical procedures
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to complete routine reports and correspondence

Job Responsibility

Prepares rooms with appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies, and equipment necessary for area of specialty
Monitors and restocks supplies
Completes skin preparation and draping
Opens sterile supplies and sets up for procedures
Provides wound exposure through proper use of retractors so surgeon may clearly view operative site
Through use of suction and sponges, provides a dry field of operation to permit optimum vision of tissue, viscera, vessels, etc
Provides homeostasis by use of clamps, cautery, ligation
May complete partial wound closure subcutaneous tissues and skin only under direct supervision of the surgeon
Applies in application of special dressings such as circumferential elastic bandages and taping
Assists in maintaining correct count of instruments, sutures, and sponges

Fulltime

Surgical Technologist First Assist

Surgical Technologist First Assist position at Atrium Health Carolinas Medical C...

Location

United States , Charlotte

Salary:

38.20 - 57.30 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Graduation from an accredited surgical assistance program required
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential required
Current Basic Life Support for Healthcare Provider required
Current CST Certification required
Good communication skills
ability to independently perform scrub duties
Current professional state licensure under IDFPR
Ability to stand for long periods of time
Ability to lift 50 pounds
Ability to cooperate and work well with others

Job Responsibility

Provide first or second assisting for specified surgical procedures
Incise tissue
Provide surgical field exposure by providing retraction
Assist with maintaining a dry surgical field-hemostasis
Clamp, cauterize, and/or ligate bleeders
Assist with the identification of anatomical structures
Utilize surgical instruments for the purpose they were intended
Assist with or perform wound closure
Assist with or apply skin sutures, staples
Assist with or apply dressings

What we offer

Sign on bonus eligible
Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Surgical Assistant

Great opportunity to join a dynamic team and facility at Aurora Medical Center-S...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology
Typically requires 3 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant position
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) needs to be obtained or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) issued by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Advanced knowledge and skill in major operative surgical specialties performed
Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and potential complications for procedures performed
Demonstrated ability to remove skin staples and wound drains
Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing
Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize Physician's needs and changes that requires unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds appropriately

Job Responsibility

Participates in the preparatory steps of surgery
assists operating team in gathering supplies, opening room for cases, assists in lifting, transferring, positioning, preparing and draping the patient
Anticipates and responds to the needs of the Surgeon, by ensuring all required supplies are available for procedures prior to incision, recognizing individual preferences
Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care
Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room
Acts as a resource and assists in the training of Surgical Technologists and new Surgical Assistants
Participates in department and facility work teams and assists with special projects as needed
May perform specific surgical activities that are validated competencies under the direct supervision of the surgeon
May perform specific validated competencies and surgical activities such as wound closure under general supervision of the surgeon

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Surgical Assistant

Great opportunity to join a dynamic team and facility at Aurora Medical Center-S...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology
Typically requires 3 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant position
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) needs to be obtained or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) issued by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required
Advanced knowledge and skill in major operative surgical specialties performed
Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and potential complications for procedures performed
Demonstrated ability to remove skin staples and wound drains
Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing
Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize Physician's needs and changes that requires unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds appropriately

Job Responsibility

Participates in the preparatory steps of surgery
assists operating team in gathering supplies, opening room for cases, assists in lifting, transferring, positioning, preparing and draping the patient
Anticipates and responds to the needs of the Surgeon, by ensuring all required supplies are available for procedures prior to incision, recognizing individual preferences
Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care
Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room
Acts as a resource and assists in the training of Surgical Technologists and new Surgical Assistants
Participates in department and facility work teams and assists with special projects as needed
May perform specific surgical activities that are validated competencies under the direct supervision of the surgeon
May perform specific validated competencies and surgical activities such as wound closure under general supervision of the surgeon

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

New

Surgical Assistant

Great opportunity to join a dynamic team and facility at Aurora Medical Center-S...

Location

United States , Aurora

Salary:

35.50 - 53.25 USD / Hour

Advocate Health Care

Expiration Date

Until further notice

Requirements

Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology.
Typically requires 3 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant position.
Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA)
Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) needs to be obtained OR Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) issued by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required.
Advanced knowledge and skill in major operative surgical specialties performed.
Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and potential complications for procedures performed.
Demonstrated ability to remove skin staples and wound drains.
Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing.
Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize Physician's needs and changes that requires unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds appropriately.

Job Responsibility

Participates in the preparatory steps of surgery
assists operating team in gathering supplies, opening room for cases, assists in lifting, transferring, positioning, preparing and draping the patient.
Anticipates and responds to the needs of the Surgeon, by ensuring all required supplies are available for procedures prior to incision, recognizing individual preferences.
Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care. Utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for surgical procedures.
Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room. This includes setting up the room for each case including moving equipment, operating the various types of equipment they have been trained to use during operating room procedures, and returning equipment post procedure.
Acts as a resource and assists in the training of Surgical Technologists and new Surgical Assistants. Participates in department and facility work teams and assists with special projects as needed.
May perform specific surgical activities that are validated competencies under the direct supervision of the surgeon.
May perform specific validated competencies and surgical activities such as wound closure of deep capsules, muscle, subcutaneous tissue and skin under general supervision of the surgeon.
May perform specific validated competencies and surgical activities such as position and prep of patient on the surgical table, application of the tourniquet, securing of drains, application of the dressing, cast or immobilizer at the end of a case and safe transfer from the surgical table to transport cart/bed without supervision of the surgeon.
Provides competency confirmed by a sponsoring surgeon and submits documentation to the medical executive committee a minimum of every two years for approval and/or renewal.

What we offer

Paid Time Off programs
Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
Educational Assistance Program
Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
Incentive pay for select positions
Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Fulltime

Surgical First Assist

American Nursing Care

Location:
United States , Lexington

Category:
Health and Beauty

Contract Type:
Not provided

Salary:

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Requirements:

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Job Posted:
January 06, 2026

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