Certified Surgical First Assistant - Advanced OR Support

Valley Health System; Winchester (VA); On-site; USD 71,000 - 107,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Zero-Deductible Health Plan

Dental & Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

Tuition Assistance

Retirement Savings Match

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness Program

On-campus dining discounts

Job summary

Valley Health System is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support surgeons in the operating room. This role emphasizes safety, sterile technique, and collaboration with the surgical team to optimize patient outcomes.

The CSFA will ensure equipment readiness, assist with exposure and hemostasis, and operate under the surgeon's supervision to provide high-quality patient care. Virginia licensure and NBSTSA/ABSA/NSAA certification are required, with CPR/BLS certification also

Qualifications

• Five years CST experience required (10,400 hours) or two years in first assist role.
• Virginia state license required prior to start of employment.
• NBSTSA/NSAA/ABSA certification required or completion of approved first assistant program within 24 months.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon to facilitate safe invasive procedures.
• Maintain sterile field and proper equipment function in the OR.
• Support patient safety and assist with exposure, hemostasis, and other tasks as directed by the surgeon.

Skills

Surgical experience

Operating room safety

Sterile technique

Education

Surgical Technology graduate

Job description

Valley Health System is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support surgeons in the operating room. This role emphasizes safety, sterile technique, and collaboration with the surgical team to optimize patient outcomes.

The CSFA will ensure equipment readiness, assist with exposure and hemostasis, and operate under the surgeon's supervision to provide high-quality patient care. Virginia licensure and NBSTSA/ABSA/NSAA certification are required, with CPR/BLS certification also