Certified Surgical First Assistant

Lovelace Health System, Inc.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lovelace Health System, Inc. in Albuquerque, NM, seeks a full-time Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) for day shift coverage in the operating room.

The role supports surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and closure, and handles preoperative and postoperative duties to optimize OR efficiency. The ideal candidate will hold an accredited Surgical Technology program, a recognized Surgical First Assistant program, CSFA certification, and BLS within 14 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program and completion of a recognized Surgical First Assistant program.
• Anatomy and Physiology, sterile technique, medical terminology; instrumentation and medical equipment knowledge.
• Sterilization techniques; Operating Room instruments and supplies.
• Two years OR Scrub Technician experience.
• Certified Surgical Technician, Certified Surgical First Assistant Certification (CSFA).
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon be more efficient in the operating room with optimal results for the patient.
• In addition to intraoperative duties, the Surgical First Assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate efficiency in the operating room (pre-op set up and post-op breakdown of the operating room).
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of sterile technique, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field setup, including sterilization methods and verification.
• The Surgical First Assistant performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations.
• Certification from a recognized First Assistant Program is required.

Skills

Sterile technique

Anatomy & physiology

Medical terminology

Instruments & equipment knowledge

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Recognized Surgical First Assistant program

CSFA Certification

BLS certification

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day-shift, full-time, Surgery, Certified Surgical First Assistant in Albuquerque, NM.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thrive: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• Lovelace Medical Center (LMC), in the heart of Albuquerque, is an acute care hospital providing comprehensive care, including around-the-clock emergency care, surgical services, non-invasive robotic spine surgery, stroke care, radiology, and oncology services. LMC recently acquired New Mexico's first Intuitive da Vinci 5 surgical system, demonstrating its commitment to the most advanced technology available in minimally invasive surgery. LMC has 263 licensed beds.

Responsibilities

• Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon be more efficient in the operating room with optimal results for the patient.
• In addition to intraoperative duties, the Surgical First Assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate efficiency in the operating room (pre-op set up and post-op breakdown of the operating room).
• Demonstrates expert knowledge of sterile technique, instrumentation, equipment, and sterile field setup, including sterilization methods and verification.
• The Surgical First Assistant performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations.
• Certification from a recognized First Assistant Program is required.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program and completion of a recognized Surgical First Assistant program.
• Anatomy and Physiology, sterile technique, medical terminology; instrumentation and medical equipment knowledge.
• Sterilization techniques; Operating Room instruments and supplies.
• Two years OR Scrub Technician experience.
• Certified Surgical Technician, Certified Surgical First Assistant Certification (CSFA).
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.