Certified Surgical First Assistant / CSFA

Ardent Health Services; Harker Heights (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is seeking a day shift, full-time Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support surgeons in the operating room at one of our acute-care facilities. You will assist with exposure, tissue handling, and hemostasis, while ensuring sterility and adherence to AORN guidelines.

The role requires a completed accredited CSFA program with certification, plus extensive OR experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited surgical first assistant program (including didactic and clinical practicum) with certification as a Surgical First Assistant.
• CSFA certification NBSTSA or NCCT, or employed to practice surgical technology prior to Sept 1, 2009.
• 5+ years’ experience as a surgical technologist, including 1+ year in OR as CSFA.
• BLS certification obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during procedures with retraction, suturing, tying, hemostasis, and other CSFA skills per AORN standards.
• Handle instruments, supplies, and equipment needed during the surgical procedure.
• Support quality improvement initiatives to deliver safe patient care.
• Understand the procedure and anticipate the surgeon’s needs.
• Maintain the sterile field and ensure a safe operative environment.

Education

Certified Surgical First Assistant

CSFA certification NBSTSA/NCCT

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Surgery Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) in Harker Heights, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

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

Get to Know Your Team:

• Seton Medical Center Harker Heights is an 83-bed acute care hospital offering services such as Cardiology, Emergency Services and a Level IV Trauma Designated ER, General Surgery, Orthopedic Surgery, Total Joint Replacement, Gastroenterology, Diagnostic Services, and more.

Responsibilities

• The surgical first assistant assists the surgeon during the procedure with retraction, skin suturing, tying, hemostasis, and other first assistant skills according to the Association of Perioperative Registered Nurses (AORN) standards and practices.
• Responsible for handling instruments, supplies, and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure.
• Participates in providing quality care by supporting quality improvement initiatives.
• Has an understanding of the procedure being performed and anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Has the necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure and is on constant watch for maintenance of the sterile field.

Job Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Completion of an accredited surgical first assistant program (including didactic and clinical practicum) with certification as a Surgical First Assistant or completion of a surgical first assistant program meeting the minimal requirements of the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant Certification (CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or by the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT), or have been employed to practice surgical technology before September 1, 2009.
• 5+ years’ experience as a surgical technologist, including 1+ year of current operating room experience as a surgical first assistant.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.