Certified Surgical First Assistant - OR Expert Support

Kaiser Permanente; Oregon; On-site; USD 95,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Oregon seeks a Surgical First Assistant to serve as the first assistant under direct supervision of a surgeon during procedures. The role emphasizes maintaining sterile technique, assisting with exposure, positioning, and instrument handling to support patient safety and efficient operations.

Requirements include 2+ years OR experience as Surgical Assistant or Tech, graduation from an Accredited Surgical First Assist Program, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Minimum two years operating room experience as Surgical Assist or Surgical Tech.
• Graduation from an Accredited Surgical First Assist Program.
• Basic Life Support certification.
• Certified Surgical Assistant or Surgical First Assistant certification.

Responsibilities

• Assists as first assistant during operative procedures under supervision.
• Contributes to patient safety and aseptic technique during surgery.
• Coordinates with surgeon and circulating nurse for case needs and equipment.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Patient safety

Education

Accredited Surgical First Assist Program

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Oregon seeks a Surgical First Assistant to serve as the first assistant under direct supervision of a surgeon during procedures. The role emphasizes maintaining sterile technique, assisting with exposure, positioning, and instrument handling to support patient safety and efficient operations.

Requirements include 2+ years OR experience as Surgical Assistant or Tech, graduation from an Accredited Surgical First Assist Program, and BLS certification.