Certified Surgical First Assistant — Elevate OR Care

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center; Smyrna (TN); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education assistance

Job summary

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, Tennessee, seeks a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join their dedicated healthcare team. In this role, you'll prepare surgical sites, assist surgeons, and ensure patient safety during operations, leveraging your expertise as a certified first assistant.

The ideal candidate is certified and has three years of experience to thrive in a fast-paced environment dedicated to quality patient care. We offer a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.

Qualifications

• Certified First Assistant (CSFA) through NBSTSA required.
• Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS) must be obtained within 30 days of employment start date.
• 3 years of related experience highly preferred.

Responsibilities

• Prepare the surgical site to include shaving, marking, application of surgical scrub/paint.
• Provide hemostasis by injection, touches cautery to instrument held by physician.
• Assist surgeon in utilizing/manipulating special equipment.
• Perform skin closure by staples or suture as directed and supervised by surgeon.
• Insert and suture drains as directed and supervised by surgeon.

Skills

Certified First Assistant (CSFA)

Basic Cardiac Life Support (BLS)

3 years of related experience

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

TriStar StoneCrest Medical Center in Smyrna, Tennessee, seeks a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join their dedicated healthcare team. In this role, you'll prepare surgical sites, assist surgeons, and ensure patient safety during operations, leveraging your expertise as a certified first assistant.

The ideal candidate is certified and has three years of experience to thrive in a fast-paced environment dedicated to quality patient care. We offer a robust benefits package and opportunities for professional growth.