Certified Surgical First Assistant — Expert OR Support

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical, dental, vision, Rx, HSA/FSA,

Paid time off and leave benefits

Tuition assistance and continuing ed

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a Surgical Tech First Assistant for St. Vincent Medical Center to support the operating room team under direct RN supervision. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument coordination and patient care across age groups.

Required CST or CST within 6 months, First Assistant Certification, and BLS. Two years of OR experience preferred; on-site hospital employment with comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required or CST within 6 months
• First Assistant Certification required
• BLS certification required

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgical procedures, maintain aseptic technique
• Coordinate care of instruments, equipment and supplies
• Perform scrub and basic circulator tasks under RN supervision
• Maintain safety standards and participate in training

Skills

Aseptic technique

Operative care coordination

Team communication

Education

Associate degree/diploma in Surgical Technology

Accredited First Assistant Program

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health seeks a Surgical Tech First Assistant for St. Vincent Medical Center to support the operating room team under direct RN supervision. The role emphasizes aseptic technique, instrument coordination and patient care across age groups.

Required CST or CST within 6 months, First Assistant Certification, and BLS. Two years of OR experience preferred; on-site hospital employment with comprehensive benefits and professional growth opportunities.