Cardiac CVOR CSFA - Surgical First Assistant

McLendon Leadershi; Pittsburgh (Allegheny County); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

McLendon Leadership is seeking a CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support cardiovascular surgeries. The role emphasizes suturing, tissue handling, and maintaining sterile fields in complex open-heart cases.

Ideal candidates will have cardiovascular procedure experience, sterile technique expertise, and comfort with EHR documentation (Epic). This position focuses on CVOR environments and surgical team collaboration.

Qualifications

• CSFA certification or equivalent is preferred.
• Experience in cardiovascular procedures and CVOR settings is required.
• Proficient sterile technique and infection control.
• Familiarity with Epic or similar EHR systems.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons with suturing and hemostasis in CVOR procedures.
• Prepare CVOR with sterile instruments and supplies.
• Maintain sterile fields and infection control.
• Monitor patient vital signs during surgery.
• Document procedures in EHR systems like Epic.
• Collaborate with surgical teams.

Job description

McLendon Leadership is seeking a CVOR Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support cardiovascular surgeries. The role emphasizes suturing, tissue handling, and maintaining sterile fields in complex open-heart cases.

Ideal candidates will have cardiovascular procedure experience, sterile technique expertise, and comfort with EHR documentation (Epic). This position focuses on CVOR environments and surgical team collaboration.