Dynamic Orthopedic Surgical First Assistant

CHRISTUS Health; Texarkana (TX); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support the surgeon across preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative phases. The role involves patient positioning, preparation, and precise surgical tasks under supervision, with emphasis on safety and adherence to hospital policy.

Eligible candidates should hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, graduate from an accredited Surgical First Assist program or Nursing/ Surgical Technology program, and possess BLS.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or Graduate of School of Surgical technology required.
• 2 years of Surgical Tech experience preferred.
• BLS required; CST First Assistant credential required; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon under direct and indirect supervision during preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative duties.
• Facilitate safe patient positioning per surgeon's preference and procedure requirements.
• Prepare patient: Foley catheter, IVs, tourniquet, etc., prior to surgery.
• Perform incision, layered closure, hemostasis, tissue handling, and dressing application as directed by the surgeon.
• Assist with vein graft harvesting and graft/implant preparation as trained.

Skills

Surgical experience

BLS

CST First Assistant

ACLS preferred

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Surgical First Assistant program graduate

Nursing Vocational School graduate

Graduate of Surgical Technology program

Job description

CHRISTUS Health in Texarkana, TX is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support the surgeon across preoperative, intraoperative, and post-operative phases. The role involves patient positioning, preparation, and precise surgical tasks under supervision, with emphasis on safety and adherence to hospital policy.

Eligible candidates should hold a High School Diploma or equivalent, graduate from an accredited Surgical First Assist program or Nursing/ Surgical Technology program, and possess BLS.