Certified Surgical First Assistant: Critical Operative Support

CommonSpirit Health; Mount Sterling (KY); On-site; USD 48,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

CommonSpirit Health's Saint Joseph Mount Sterling is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support surgeons during operative procedures, ensuring patient safety through exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure. You will collaborate with the surgical team, assist with positioning and draping, and follow the operating surgeon's direction under supervision.

A strong commitment to sterile technique and teamwork is essential.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program.
• 1–3 years of surgical technician experience.
• Basic Life Support – CPR within 14 days.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (NASC) upon hire.
• Certified First Assistant or Certified Surgical Technologists upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during operative procedures, including exposure and hemostasis.
• Position the patient and drape in a sterile fashion.
• Open/close surgical sites, harvest grafts, and assist with tissue dissection.
• Secure drainage systems and apply wound dressings.
• Assist with splints/casts, Foley catheters, and local anesthesia as directed.

Job description

CommonSpirit Health's Saint Joseph Mount Sterling is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support surgeons during operative procedures, ensuring patient safety through exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure. You will collaborate with the surgical team, assist with positioning and draping, and follow the operating surgeon's direction under supervision.

A strong commitment to sterile technique and teamwork is essential.