Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - Operating Room

Olmsted Medical Group; Rochester (MN); On-site; USD 48,229 - 60,297; Full time

Job summary

Olmsted Medical Group is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) for variable shifts in Rochester, Minnesota. The role includes assisting surgeons during operations, ensuring patient safety through aseptic techniques, and maintaining a high standard of patient care.

Successful candidates will have completed a CAAHEP Surgical First Assistant program and hold current CSA or CSFA certification. Starting wage ranges from $35.01 to $43.77 based on experience.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) Surgical First Assistant program.
• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA).
• Operating Room experience or training within the last three years preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides visualization of the operative site.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.
• Participates in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques as appropriate.

Skills

Operating Room experience

Aseptic technique knowledge

Hemostasis techniques

BLS certification

Education

Graduate of CAAHEP Surgical First Assistant program

Current CSA or CSFA certification

Job description

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - Operating Room

Job Category: Prof/Tech

Requisition Number: CERTI003731

Locations

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Description

0.6 FTE- Variable Shifts

Starting wage - $35.01 - $43.77 (based on experience)

Offers for external candidates are generally made between the minimum and midpoint of the range, based on experience.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) Surgical First Assistant program
• Current certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)
• Operating Room experience or training within the last three years preferred
• Knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique and perioperative policies and procedural guidelines
• BLS certified within 90 days of hire

Job Responsibilities:

• Provides visualization of the operative site.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis.
• Utilizes appropriate techniques in closure of body planes.
• Selects and applies appropriate wound dressings.
• Provides assistance in securing drainage system to tissue.
• Participates in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques as appropriate.
• Assists with positioning the patient.
• Prepares the skin for procedure.
• Anticipates the needs of the surgeon.
• Maintains ongoing self-development.
• Other duties as assigned.

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