Certified Surgical First Assistant I

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 60,000 - 78,000; Full time

Job summary

SCR St. Claire Medical Center, Inc. seeks a skilled surgical assistant to support physicians intraoperatively, manage exposure and hemostasis, and scrub for robotic and traditional procedures. The role ensures patient preparation, instrument handling, safety, and teamwork in the OR.

Responsibilities include gowning, draping, retraction, closure assistance, and turnover. CSFA/CSA certification is encouraged; high school diploma with vocational training required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with vocational/technical training.
• 0–2 years of healthcare/clinical experience; paid experience preferred.
• CSFA or CSA certification is preferred/required.

Responsibilities

• Scrubs on procedures and assists with patient movement, positioning and draping.
• Retacts tissue and exposes operative field for optimal visualization.
• Maintains hemostasis with clamping, tying and suturing as directed.
• Assists in incision closure with sutures, staples, adhesives and wound dressings.
• Prepares and stages instruments and supplies; supports turnover and cleaning.
• Upholds aseptic technique and universal precautions; reports breaches.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Aseptic technique

Patient positioning

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training

Tools

CSFA/CSA certification

Surgical instruments handling

Job description

Job Summary

Responsible for assisting physicians during surgical procedures by providing exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions. Supports robotic and traditional surgeries through direct assistance and scrubbing duties. Ensures proper preparation and positioning of patients, manages surgical tools, and maintains infection control standards. Collaborates with surgical teams to facilitate safe operations and optimal patient outcomes. Delivers customer service and supports cost containment to achieve unit goals.

Essential Functions

• Scrubs on operative procedures and assists in moving, positioning, and draping patients for surgery.
• Retracts tissue and exposes the operative field, ensuring optimal visualization and protection of critical structures.
• Assists in maintaining hemostasis by clamping, tying, applying sutures, and using hemostatic agents as directed.
• Assists in closure of incisions, including tying bleeders, applying sutures, staples, adhesives, and wound dressings.
• Prepares, gathers, and stages instruments and supplies for surgical cases, and facilitates case turnover and cleaning.
• Maintains strict aseptic technique, infection control, and universal precautions, reporting and correcting any breaches.
• Transports patients safely between the operating room and PACU, ensuring proper positioning and patient dignity.
• Collaborates with the surgical team to anticipate needs, communicate patient status, and support process improvements.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education Requirement

High school diploma or equivalent and vocational/technical training in a designated technical area.

Experience Requirement

0–2 years of experience in a healthcare, clinical setting, or a relevant area. An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered. All experience must be paid and in the same related field. Part‑time and PRN experience will be prorated based on hours worked per week. Volunteer work and internships for academic credit are not counted.

Certifications & Licensures

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA).

Working Conditions

• A. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 lb: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• B. Lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects over 50 lb: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• C. Standing or walking with objects up to 10 lb: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• D. Standing or walking with objects up to 25 lb: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• E. Sitting at computer workstation for extended periods: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• F. Risk of back injury from moving, lifting or positioning patients, equipment, or materials: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• G. Repetitive motion: 4. Regular (> 50% of the time)
• H. Working at heights above 4 ft: 1. Never
• I. Working in confined spaces: 1. Never
• J. Risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• K. Job‑related travel: 1. Never
• L. Loud noises: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• M. Temperature extremes: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• N. Hazardous chemicals and fumes including waste: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• O. Radiation: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• P. Burns: 2. Occasional (< 10% of the time)
• Q. Cuts/Punctures: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• R. Bloodborne/airborne pathogens: 3. Intermittent (10% - 50% of the time)
• S. Recombinant DNA or viral vectors: 1. Never
• T. Combative/violent people: 1. Never
• U. Animal handling (including carcasses): 1. Never
• V. Please specify other(s) and amount of exposure (i.e. Occasional, Intermittent or Regular): N/A

Physical Demands

This position requires regular standing or walking with objects up to 10 lb; intermittent lifting, pushing, and/or pulling objects up to 50 lb; intermittent standing or walking with objects up to 25 lb; occasional sitting at a computer workstation for extended periods; regular repetitive motion (such as assisting in surgery); and intermittent risk of back injury from moving, lifting, or positioning patients, equipment, or materials. Also involves intermittent risk of injuries from use of equipment on the job; intermittent exposure to cuts/punctures and bloodborne or airborne pathogens; and occasional exposure to hazardous chemicals and fumes, radiation, and burns.

Department: Surgery

Shift: Days (United States of America)

Address: 222 Medical Circle City, State: Morehead, Kentucky