Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

Abrazo Health; Goodyear (AZ); On-site; USD 75,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match

Generous paid time off

Career development and continuing education opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare facility in Goodyear, Arizona, is seeking a Surgical First Assistant. This position involves supporting surgeons during procedures, including patient positioning, instrument handling, and ensuring optimal surgical conditions. Candidates should have completed a Non-Physician Surgical Assistant program and hold a certification. The hospital offers competitive benefits, including medical coverage, 401(k) plan, and chances for professional development.

Qualifications

• 1 Year of experience required.
• CFSA - Certified Surgical First Assistant or CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant certification needed.
• Preferred: One year experience as a certified surgical technician - first assist.

Responsibilities

• Review permit to confirm procedure and special needs.
• Determine appropriate equipment needed for procedure.
• Assisting in moving and positioning of patient.
• Insert and remove Foley catheter in urinary bladder.
• Draping of patient according to surgeon guidelines.
• Provide exposure, retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization.

Skills

Excellent communication

Critical thinking

Education

Completion of formal Non-Physician Surgical Assistant program, accredited by CAAHEP

Job description

Abrazo West Campus Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Abrazo West Campus, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work‑life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare &-dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee assistance program, employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits: pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status.

Responsibilities

• Review permit to confirm procedure and special needs, confirm procedure with surgeon
• Determine appropriate equipment needed for procedure.
• Assisting in moving and positioning of patient.
• Insert and remove Foley catheter in urinary bladder.
• Draping of patient according to surgeon guidelines.
• Provide exposure, retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization with regard to tissue type and appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique.
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned.

Position Summary

The surgical first assistant performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques including, but not limited to: incision of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aids in implanting, securing, and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure.

Qualifications

• Minimum Requirements:
  • Education: Completion of formal Non-Physician Surgical Assistant program, accredited by CAAHEP
  • Experience: 1 Year
  • Licensure/Certification: CFSA - Certified Surgical First Assistant or CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant
  • Special Skills: Excellent communication and critical thinking skills required.
• Preferred Requirements:
  • Experience: One year experience as a certified surgical technician - first assist

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