Lead First Assistant, Certified - OR

Memorial Physician Practices; Georgetown (KY); On-site; USD 70,000 - 98,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive Benefits

PTO & Insurance

Career Growth

Job summary

CenterPoint Health - Georgetown is seeking a Lead First Assist (First Assist Surg Tech) for the OR. This full-time role necessitates clinical leadership, mentorship of surgical technologists, and collaboration with surgeons, anesthesia, and perioperative staff to ensure safe, efficient patient care.

You will coordinate daily workflows, participate in instrument reviews, and support quality improvement initiatives while upholding standards for patient safety and cost containment.

Qualifications

• First Assistant (FA) certification required for this role.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with NBSTSA.
• Associate's Degree preferred; program in discipline required.
• Current BLS from AHA or ARC within 7 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Acts as a clinical resource and mentor for Surgical Technologists, Surgical First Assists, and perioperative staff.
• Coordinates daily workflow and staffing for Surgical First Assists to ensure coverage and efficiency.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia, nursing leadership to promote patient flow and outcomes.
• Supports quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance, and safety programs.
• Assists with scheduling, call coverage, and operational issue resolution.

Skills

Team leadership

Surgical assistance

Communication

Education

High School Diploma or equivalent

Graduate of Accredited Surgical Scrub Technician program

CSFA certification

Associate's Degree preferred

Job description

CenterPoint Health - Georgetown

Lead First Assist (First Assist Surg Tech) - OR

Job Type: Full Time | Days

Schedule: Mon - Fri 8a-5p

Your experience matters

Centerpoint Health, a part of Lifepoint Health, is a regional healthcare provider serving communities across Central Kentucky, including the nine-county region of Greater Lexington. Formed in 2026 by the joining of four community hospitals - Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown - Centerpoint Health comprises nearly 1700 team members guided by a mission of making communities healthier.

More about our team

The Operating Room team at Georgetown Community Hospital is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality surgical care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Our skilled surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and support staff work together to provide exceptional care before, during, and after a wide range of surgical procedures. As part of a trusted community hospital, we are committed to excellence, teamwork, and patient safety while utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices. Every member of our team plays a vital role in supporting positive patient outcomes and enhancing the health of the communities we serve.

How you'll contribute

A Lead First Assist (First Assist Surg Tech) who excels in this role:

• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for Surgical Technologists, Surgical First Assists, and perioperative staff.
• Assists the Director of Surgery/OR with orientation, training, competency validation, and ongoing professional development of Surgical First Assist staff.
• Coordinates daily workflow and staffing assignments for Surgical First Assists to ensure appropriate coverage and efficient utilization of resources.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursingleadership, and perioperative staff to promote efficient patient flow and procedural outcomes.
• Participates in preference card reviews and updates to ensure accuracy and standardization of surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Assists with quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, and performance improvement projects within the surgical department.
• Supports surgical service line growth through process improvement, surgeon onboarding, and implementation of best practices.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, patient safety, and cost containment and communicates recommendations toleadership.
• Participates in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new surgical instruments, equipment, and technology.
• Assistsleadership with scheduling, call coverage coordination, and resolution of operational issues affecting perioperative services.
• Conducts audits related to sterile technique, surgical assisting practices, documentation, and compliance with department policies and regulatory standards.
• Serves as a liaison between surgeons, Surgical First Assists, Surgical Technologists, and nursing staff to promote effective communication and teamwork.
• Assists in developing, reviewing, and updating department policies, procedures, and educational materials.
• Maintains competency in advanced surgical assisting techniques and serves as a role model for clinical excellence and professional conduct.
• Participates in departmental committees, meetings, and strategic initiatives as assigned.

AdditionalLeadershipResponsibilities

• Provides day-to-day oversight and guidance for Surgical First Assist staff.
• Assists with interviewing, onboarding, performance coaching, and competency assessments.
• Monitors supply utilization and collaborates with materials management to support inventory control and cost-effective practices.
• Escalates operational, quality, or patient safety concerns to departmentleadership and assists with corrective action planning.

This establishes theLeadrole as a working clinicalleader who still functions as a First Assist while supporting staff development, operational efficiency, quality initiatives, and surgeon relations.

Why join us

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO:Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth:Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being:Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking

What we're looking for

Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and Graduate of an Accredited program for Surgical Scrub Technicians. Additional requirements include:

• First Assistant (FA) certification required for this role.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Associate's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC) required within 7 days of hire

Experience

• One or more years of experience as a Surgical Scrub Technician with CSFA certification required
• Specific knowledge of surgical procedures required
• Extensive communication skills, team building skills, surgical assisting and instrumentation skills required

More about Centerpoint - Georgetown

Centerpoint - Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Centerpoint - Georgetown is an Equal Opportunity Employer.Centerpoint - Georgetown iscommitted to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.