Certified Surgical First Assistant - Growth & Benefits

Mercy Health; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and incentives

Health and retirement benefits

Paid time off and family leave

Tuition assistance and professional发展

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks a Surgical Tech First Assistant at St. Vincent Medical Center to join the surgical team.

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician, you will maintain aseptic technique and assist with instrument coordination throughout procedures. The role requires CST or equivalent, First Assistant Certification, BLS, and completion of approved programs, with 2+ years operating room experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of aseptic technique and application during surgical procedures.
• Assist in coordinating care of instruments, equipment and supplies.
• Maintain standard precautions and patient safety in the OR.
• Train and orient new staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Retracts during operative procedure and assists with tissue handling as directed by the physician.
• Functions as scrub/basic assist as defined by policy and procedures.
• Support circulator role and maintain communication within the team.
• Ensure proper care of surgical specimens and aseptic supplies.

Skills

Aseptic technique knowledge

Operative coordination

OR communication

Education

Associate's Degree or Diploma in Surgical Technology

Accredited First Assistant Program

Tools

Surgical instruments

OR equipment

Job description

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks a Surgical Tech First Assistant at St. Vincent Medical Center to join the surgical team.

Under direct supervision of a Registered Nurse and physician, you will maintain aseptic technique and assist with instrument coordination throughout procedures. The role requires CST or equivalent, First Assistant Certification, BLS, and completion of approved programs, with 2+ years operating room experience preferred.