Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic; Florence (SC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

Fairview Hospital / Cleveland Clinic in Florence, SC seeks a Certified Surgical Technologist with First Assist capability to support the operating room team. You will maintain a sterile field, position patients, and pass instruments throughout procedures.

The role emphasizes patient safety, effective teamwork, and high-quality perioperative care in a fast-paced setting. You will mentor learners and uphold regulatory standards to ensure optimal outcomes.

Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist with First Assist capability.
• Strong sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and intraoperative support skills.
• Competence in patient positioning and first-assist responsibilities (e.g., retraction, hemostasis).
• Effective teamwork, communication, and ability to mentor students/learners.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a sterile field throughout procedures.
• Position patients safely and accurately for surgery.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Perform first-assist duties, including tissue handling, retraction, and hemostasis.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, nursing, and students to support patient care.
• Train and support learners while maintaining patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Follow evidence-based practices and applicable regulatory/standards requirements.

Skills

First Assist

Sterile technique

Surgical instrumentation

Teamwork

Education

Certified Surgical Technologist

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

in the main operating room, providing perioperative support to surgeons and the surgical team.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare and maintain a sterile field throughout procedures.
• Position patients safely and accurately for surgery.
• Pass instruments and supplies to the surgical team.
• Perform first-assist duties, including tissue handling, retraction, and hemostasis.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, nursing, and students to support patient care.
• Train and support learners while maintaining patient safety and quality outcomes.
• Follow evidence-based practices and applicable regulatory/standards requirements.

Qualifications & Skills

• Certified Surgical Technologist with First Assist capability.
• Strong sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, and intraoperative support skills.
• Competence in patient positioning and first-assist responsibilities (e.g., retraction, hemostasis).
• Effective teamwork, communication, and ability to mentor students/learners.