CSFA - Certified Surgical First Assistant (Full Time) - Day Shift

Essentia Health; Fargo (ND); On-site; USD 74,000 - 112,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

PTO accrual + 7 holidays

Job summary

Essentia Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist to serve in the operating room at our 32nd Avenue Building in Fargo, North Dakota. The CSFA works 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, four days per week with weekday, weekend, and holiday call rotations.

A $15,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available. This position offers comprehensive benefits and opportunities for professional growth within a CMS 5-Star rated hospital.

Qualifications

• Graduate of ARC/STSA-accredited surgical assisting program or graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) upon hire.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 3 months from date of hire.
• Unlicensed assistive person (UAP) in North Dakota upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to the surgeon to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure.
• Assists the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, suturing, dressing and other duties as delegated.
• May also work as a Surgical Technologist.

Skills

CSFA Certification

BCLS Certification

Teamwork

Education

ARC/STSA-accredited Surgical Assisting program

Job description

Building Location:32nd Avenue BuildingDepartment:3013400 SURGERY - 32ND HOSPJob Description:Essentia Health is seeking a Surgical Technologist First Assist to serve in the operating room at our 32nd Avenue Building in Fargo, North Dakota. This CSFA works 6:30 am to 5:00 pm, four days per week. Weekday, weekend, and holiday call rotations are required. A $15,000 sign-on bonus and relocation assistance are available.Education Qualifications:Graduate of a surgical assisting program accredited through ARCST or graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology.About Essentia Health:At Essentia Health, we believe that when you love where you work, it shows in the care you provide. Driven by our mission to make a healthy difference in people’s lives, our clinical and support teams come together every day to deliver high-quality, compassionate care to the communities we are privileged to serve. Here, you’ll find an award-winning culture built around genuine work-life balance, long-term stability, and the resources you need to continually grow your career. See why Essentia Health is truly like nowhere else: https://vimeo.com/284233541Why Choose Essentia Health Fargo?Step into a high-caliber surgical environment at Essentia Health-Fargo, a CMS 5-Star rated hospital and designated Level II Adult Trauma Center serving North Dakota and northwestern Minnesota. Here, surgical professionals play a vital, respected role across an extensive procedural mix—from advanced robotic and minimally invasive cases to cardiothoracic, neuro, ortho spine, and acute trauma interventions. You’ll collaborate with a close, surgeon-led team that values your technical expertise, fosters real peer-to-peer mentorship, and invests in your clinical growth. Outside the operating room, you’ll discover why the Fargo-Moorhead area consistently ranks among the Midwest’s most livable communities—offering an energetic downtown arts and dining scene, easy commutes, affordable cost of living, and a thriving college-town culture that makes planting roots effortless.What You'll Do:Provides assistance to the surgeon to ensure quality patient care during the operative procedure. Assists the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, suturing, dressing and other duties as delegated. May also work as a Surgical Technologist.Employees scheduled 24+ hours weekly enjoy these benefits:Health Insurance and HSA or FSA accountsDental and Vision insurancesSupplemental insurances- critical illness, accident, & hospital indemnityPaid short-term disability, long-term disability, and basic life insuranceSupplemental Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insuranceTuition ReimbursementPTO accrual and 7 paid holidays per yearPaid parental leave after one yearAdoption assistance after one yearBereavement & Jury Duty (all regularly scheduled employees)All employees, including casual, enjoy these benefits:Take Charge (employee wellness program)Guidance Resources (free confidential counseling)Employee discount program401(k) retirement account (traditional & Roth)401(k) matching & discretionary contributions (subject to service requirements)Licensure/Certification Qualifications:Unlicensed assistive person (UAP) in the state of North Dakota upon hire.Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) upon hire.Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification or ability to become certified within 3 months from date of hire.FTE:1Possible Remote/Hybrid Option:Shift Rotation:Day Rotation (United States of America)Shift Start Time:6:30 amShift End Time:5:00 pmWeekends:RotationHolidays:YesCall Obligation:YesUnion:Union Posting Deadline:Compensation Range:$36.01 - $54.02Employee Benefits at Essentia Health: At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well-being, growth, and work-life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs. To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at [phone].