Certified Surgical First Assistant I (PRN, Day Shift)

adventhealth; Castle Rock (CO); On-site; USD 45,000 - 84,000; Part time

Job summary

AdventHealth in Castle Rock, Colorado, is seeking a Surgical Assistant for a PRN Day shift. You will document intraoperative status, assist the surgical team, and ensure sterile, safe care throughout procedures.

The role requires an accredited Surgical Assistant program, Technical/Vocational training, and a minimum of 3+ general operating room experience. BLS CPR certification is required, with the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• General knowledge of asepsis, healing, infectious disease process, surgical anatomy and physiology, safety issues and operative techniques.
• 3+ general operating room experience.
• Basic Life Support - CPR Certification (BLS) required.

Responsibilities

• Documents ongoing status, interventions, patient response, and outcomes in an accurate and timely manner.
• Demonstrates knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques related to retractors, suctioning, hemostasis, and wound closure.
• Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate preventative and corrective actions.
• Assists the physician and surgical team in safely positioning the patient for required procedures.
• Ensures cleanliness of the care environment and equipment, and proper use of sterile supplies.
• Applies principles of asepsis and infection control in various surgical cases.
• Applies knowledge and maintains efficiency during low-frequency, less familiar cases.
• Anticipates surgeon’s needs and functions without diverting the surgeon's attention from the operative field.
• Maintains focus and technical dexterity while working rapidly and accurately over long periods.
• Performs effectively in stressful and emergency situations.
• Tailors assistance to the personal styles of surgeons to maximize surgical efficiency and outcomes.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills

Asepsis knowledge

Surgical anatomy and physiology

Safety awareness

Operative techniques

Patient positioning

Education

Technical/Vocational School

Accredited Surgical Assistant program

Job description

AdventHealth in Castle Rock, Colorado, is seeking a Surgical Assistant for a PRN Day shift. You will document intraoperative status, assist the surgical team, and ensure sterile, safe care throughout procedures.

The role requires an accredited Surgical Assistant program, Technical/Vocational training, and a minimum of 3+ general operating room experience. BLS CPR certification is required, with the ability to respond calmly in emergencies.