Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

Posted 9 days ago

prime healthcareMission (TX)

Surgical Assistants General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

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About the role

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) We are seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) sometimes referred to as a Certified Surgical Tech First Assist (CST/First Assistant) or Surgical First Assistant (SFA) in our operating room. The Certified Surgical First Assistant (CFSA) works directly alongside the surgeon in the operating room, helping position and prep the patient, maintaining the sterile field, and assisting with instruments throughout the procedure. First Assistant's actively participate in surgery by providing exposure, controlling bleeding, suturing, closing incisions, and anticipating the surgeon's needs to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical care. This position is on a per diem basis, meaning PD/PRN as needed.

Responsibilities:

In order to move forward in this position as a Surgical First Assist you must have obtained the credential as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).Assist the surgeon directly during the procedure to support safe and efficient surgical outcomes
Provide exposure to the surgical site through retraction, suctioning, camera guidance, instrument positioning and tissue manipulation
Control bleeding throughout the case by clamping, tying, cauterizing or applying targeted pressure based on the surgeon's direction
Perform suturing, stapling, incision closures, drain placements and apply surgical dressings at the completion of the procedure
Position and prep the patient for surgery while maintaining a proper sterile field and anticipating the surgeon's needs before they are requested

Qualifications1. Certification in Surgical Technology/Certified First Assistant.2. Successful completion of a training program in a recognized First Assistant program.3. Five years' experience in an acute care operating room in the scrub role, preferred. • Must be proficient in the following specialties: Major Vascular, Thoracic, Open Heart, Orthopedics, OB/GYN, General4. Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Provider affirmation by American Heart Association.5. Basic computer skills. Here are some of the benefits of working at Prime Healthcare: Competitive compensation Medical insurance benefit plan 401KFull benefits at Prime Healthcare: https://www.primehealthcare.com/careers/benefits/Employment StatusPer DiemShiftDaysEqual Employment Opportunity Company is an equal employment opportunity employer. Company prohibits discrimination against any applicant or employee based on race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, age (subject to applicable law), disability, military status, genetic information or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. The Company also prohibits harassment of applicants or employees based on any of these protected categories. Know Your Rights: https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2022-10/EEOC_KnowYourRights_screen_reader_10_20.pdf

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