OR Surgical First Assistant I

Springfield Clinic; Springfield (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Springfield Clinic is seeking a Surgical Assistant I to serve as First Assistant to the surgeon in the OR on a full-time basis. The role requires operating room competency, professional interaction with the surgical team, and adherence to clinic policies.

The ideal candidate will be an LPN or Certified Surgical Tech with First Assistant certification and at least five years of OR experience, capable of assisting in patient positioning, field prep, wound closure, and documentation, while ensuring

Qualifications

• Graduate of LPN or CST program with evidence of First Assistant certification.
• At least five (5) years of O.R. experience.
• Must maintain current LPN license with surgical experience or CST.
• CPR certification per AHA guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
• Certification as a Surgical First Assistant and OR eligibility per AORN standards.

Responsibilities

• Be the First Assistant to the surgeon in operative procedures at the ASC and hospitals.
• Assist with patient positioning, field preparation, and instrument readiness.
• Perform wound closure as approved by the surgeon and document orders and progress notes.
• Request supplies/equipment and maintain communication with clinical staff.
• Promote rapport with hospital and clinic personnel and ensure HIPAA compliance.
• May provide rounds and review patient records and post-operative instructions.

Skills

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Professionalism

Team collaboration

Computer literacy

Education

LPN or CST program

First Assistant in OR certification

Five years OR experience

Job description

Springfield Clinic is seeking a Surgical Assistant I to serve as First Assistant to the surgeon in the OR on a full-time basis. The role requires operating room competency, professional interaction with the surgical team, and adherence to clinic policies.

The ideal candidate will be an LPN or Certified Surgical Tech with First Assistant certification and at least five years of OR experience, capable of assisting in patient positioning, field prep, wound closure, and documentation, while ensuring