Cardiac Surgical Technologist: First Assistant

Beacon Health Options; Kalamazoo (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Beacon Health Options is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA) for the Cardiac Team. The role is full-time, day shift (7:00am-5:30pm) in the Surgery department.

Responsibilities include assisting surgeons, maintaining aseptic technique, equipment prep, and postoperative evaluation across patient populations. The position requires the ability to guide and supervise other surgical technicians to achieve high-quality care and cost-effective outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Follow aseptic technique standards in the surgical setting and correct breaks in technique.
• Arrange operating room equipment and supplies per surgeon's preferences and procedure requirements.
• Maintain sponge, needle and instrument counts according to policy and procedure standards.
• Convey optimal exposure position as directed by the surgeon; ensure patient comfort and safety.
• Assist surgeons during procedures for all patients as directed by the surgical team.
• Provide guidance and supervision to other surgical technicians to meet quality and cost outcomes.
• Handle, prepare and administer medications under physician supervision.
• Perform immediate postoperative evaluation of common complications (e.g., peripheral pulses, bruits).

Job description

Beacon Health Options is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA) for the Cardiac Team. The role is full-time, day shift (7:00am-5:30pm) in the Surgery department.

Responsibilities include assisting surgeons, maintaining aseptic technique, equipment prep, and postoperative evaluation across patient populations. The position requires the ability to guide and supervise other surgical technicians to achieve high-quality care and cost-effective outcomes.