Certified Surgical First Assistant – Day Shift

Memorial Physician Practices; Las Cruces (NM); On-site; USD 75,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off and holidays

Tuition assistance

401(k) with company match

Wellness programs

Job summary

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM, is seeking a Certified First Assistant (CFA) to join our One OR team for general surgery, bariatrics, orthopedics and urology procedures. You will aid surgeons with patient positioning, tissue handling, hemostasis, and wound closure, ensuring patient safety and optimal access.

Minimum qualifications include CSFA and BLS, with an Associate's degree preferred. This FT day shift role offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities within

Qualifications

• Education: Associate's Degree preferred; graduate of a program in discipline required.
• Licensure/Certification: CSFA certification with NBSTA.
• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient to optimize exposure for the surgical procedure and maximize comfort and safety.
• Provides visualization of the operative site using tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction and irrigation.
• Assists with hemostasis, both temporary and permanent, during surgery.
• Assists with body plane closure, wound dressings, and drainage systems.

Education

Associate's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required

Job description

Memorial Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM, is seeking a Certified First Assistant (CFA) to join our One OR team for general surgery, bariatrics, orthopedics and urology procedures. You will aid surgeons with patient positioning, tissue handling, hemostasis, and wound closure, ensuring patient safety and optimal access.

Minimum qualifications include CSFA and BLS, with an Associate's degree preferred. This FT day shift role offers comprehensive benefits and career growth opportunities within