Open-Heart OR First Assistant: Elevate Surgical Excellence

sfmc; Cape Girardeau (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a First Assistant who will practice in collaboration with and under the surgeon’s direction during the intra-operative phase of the peri-operative experience. The role operates under the overall direction of the Assistant Manager, OR Manager, Director of Surgical Services and VP of Patient Care Services, with a focus on safe operations and optimal patient outcomes.

The position is full-time, with hours including day shifts, and on-call rotations.

Qualifications

• Certification as a Surgical Assistant is required.
• RNFA and certification as a Surgical Assistant are required.
• Physician Assistant with certification as a Surgical Assistant or APRN with certification as a Surgical Assistant is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during the intra-operative phase of the peri-operative experience.
• Collaborate with the OR Manager, Director of Surgical Services and Surgical team to ensure smooth operations.
• Perform a safe operation with the goal of optimal patient outcomes.

Education

Surgical Assistant Certification

RNFA

Physician Assistant with Surgical Assistant cert

APRN with Surgical Assistant cert

Job description

Saint Francis Healthcare System is seeking a First Assistant who will practice in collaboration with and under the surgeon’s direction during the intra-operative phase of the peri-operative experience. The role operates under the overall direction of the Assistant Manager, OR Manager, Director of Surgical Services and VP of Patient Care Services, with a focus on safe operations and optimal patient outcomes.

The position is full-time, with hours including day shifts, and on-call rotations.