Obstetrical Surgical Technician - Labor and Delivery

Trinity Health; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Retirement savings account with employer match

Generous paid time off

Employee recognition programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discounted tuition at Mount Carmel College

Job summary

Trinity Health is looking for a Surgical Technologist First Assist in Columbus, Ohio. In this part-time role, you will provide patient care during surgical procedures under RN supervision, setting up the surgical field and assisting the surgeon.

The ideal candidate will possess relevant certifications and a strong understanding of human anatomy, physiology, and surgical techniques. Trinity Health values diversity and offers competitive compensation alongside numerous benefits.

Qualifications

• High school graduate or equivalent required.
• Preference for graduates of a Certified First Assistant (CFA) program.
• Relevant certifications such as CSA, SA-C, or CSFA required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direction of a Registered Nurse.
• Set up and maintain the surgical field for operative procedures.
• Assist the surgeon during surgeries including tissue handling and closure.

Skills

Microbiology knowledge

Physics understanding

Mathematics skills

Human anatomy knowledge

Physiology knowledge

Pathophysiology knowledge

Education

High school graduate or equivalent

Graduate of Certified First Assistant program

Tools

Surgical instruments

Software for essential job functions

Job description

Employment Type

Part time

Shift

Rotating Shift

Description

The Surgical Technologist First Assist, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Under the RN’s direction, sets up and maintains the surgical field and assists the surgeon during operative procedures.

Responsibilities

• The surgical first assistant performs within the scope of service allowed by Mount Carmel Health System, though tasks beyond this scope may be performed under training.
• Performs observable, technical behaviors as delegated by the surgeon within boundaries set by state and federal regulation and/or licensure.
• Ability to perform continuously detailed tasks with frequent interruptions and re‑prioritize work constantly.
• Assist in providing safe positioning of patients under the direct supervision of the RN.
• Assist in surgical case preparation (equipment, supplies, and instruments).
• Collaborate with the surgeon to provide exposure of the field during operative procedures, handling tissue and using instruments under the surgeon’s direction.
• Anticipate and assist in providing hemostasis during operative procedures under the surgeon’s direction.
• Perform closure of surgical incisions as directed by the surgeon.
• Select and apply appropriate wound dressing.
• Provide assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Preference for graduates of a Certified First Assistant (CFA) program through the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology (ARC‑ST) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP).
• Licensure / Certification: One of the following certifications is required:
  • National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) – Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA)
  • American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) – Surgical Assistant, Certified (SA‑C)
  • National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) – Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)
• Knowledge of applied microbiology, physics, mathematics, human anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology.
• Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.
• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.
• Generous paid time off programs.
• Employee recognition programs.
• Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one.
• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).
• Discounted tuition and enrollment opportunities at the Mount Carmel College of Nursing.
• Employee Referral Rewards program.
• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

EOE including disability/veteran.