Certified Surgical First Assistant – OR Scrub & Circulate

Jimmy Jazz; Kalkaska Township (MI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

KMHC in Kalkaska, MI is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join our Operating Room Team. A CST/CFA, accredited program graduate, and BLS certification are required; prior surgical experience is preferred to support patient care and sterile technique.

The role encompasses assisting in surgery, scrub/circulating duties, equipment setup, and post-operative care within a supportive, community-focused hospital environment that values teamwork and ongoing education.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited program in surgical assisting or another NBSTSA-acceptable pathway.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist and Certified First Assistant (CST/CFA).
• BLS required.
• Previous surgery experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in surgery and support the surgical team before, during, and after intervention.
• Act as scrub or circulating nurse and prepare/maintain sterile instruments and supplies.
• Prepare and manage specimens and ensure sterile environment throughout procedures.

Skills

Surgical technologist

Certified First Assistant (CFA)

BLS

Education

CST/CFA certification

Job description

KMHC in Kalkaska, MI is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join our Operating Room Team. A CST/CFA, accredited program graduate, and BLS certification are required; prior surgical experience is preferred to support patient care and sterile technique.

The role encompasses assisting in surgery, scrub/circulating duties, equipment setup, and post-operative care within a supportive, community-focused hospital environment that values teamwork and ongoing education.