Certified Surgical First Assistant - High-Impact OR Support

HiredFirst; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Adventist Health Portland is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to join our surgical team in Portland. You will support surgeons during operative care, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare patients for procedures in a fast-paced environment.

A CSFA certification and BLS are required, with an Associate’s degree preferred. The role focuses on patient safety, teamwork with nurses and OR staff, instrument readiness, and assisting in pre- and post-operative tasks to ensure

Qualifications

• CSFA certification required.
• BLS certification required.
• High School Diploma or GED required.
• Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the primary surgeon during surgical procedures, including exposure, hemostasis, suturing, and tissue handling.
• Prepare and position patients for surgery while ensuring safety and comfort.
• Maintain a sterile operating environment and assist with surgical draping and setup.
• Perform wound closure and apply surgical dressings as directed.
• Verify surgical consent, patient history, diagnostic results, and operative readiness.
• Ensure availability and proper setup of surgical instruments, equipment, and implants.
• Assist with pre-operative and post-operative tasks to support optimal patient outcomes.
• Monitor operating room conditions including temperature, lighting, and equipment readiness.
• Collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and OR staff to ensure efficient procedures.

Skills

BLS certification

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Associate's Degree or equivalent experience

Tools

CSFA certification

Job description

Adventist Health Portland is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to join our surgical team in Portland. You will support surgeons during operative care, maintain sterile technique, and help prepare patients for procedures in a fast-paced environment.

A CSFA certification and BLS are required, with an Associate’s degree preferred. The role focuses on patient safety, teamwork with nurses and OR staff, instrument readiness, and assisting in pre- and post-operative tasks to ensure