Surgical Assistant Certified

Baptist Health; Louisville (KY); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Baptist Health in Louisville, Kentucky, is seeking a Certified Surgical Assistant to join the Surgical Asst. Pool. This role involves assisting surgeons during procedures in both operating and medical office settings. The position requires an active license and experience in general surgery.

Applicants should have 3–5 years of relevant experience and the ability to follow surgical protocols strictly. Baptist Health values equal opportunity employment, encouraging qualified candidates to apply.

Qualifications

• Valid license as a Surgical First Assist.
• Experience in general surgery cases preferred.
• Ability to adhere to surgical standards.

Responsibilities

• Assist in intra-operative patient care.
• Prepare patients for procedures.
• Manage post-op wound checks and suture removals.

Skills

Intra-operative care

Aseptic techniques

Patient assistance

Education

Licensed Surgical First Assist

Certification from National Surgical Assistant Association

3-5 years' experience in general surgery

Job description

Summary

Baptist Health Medical Group

Certified Surgical Assistant

Surgical Asst. Pool

St. Matthews area

Full Time/First Shift

The Surgical First Assist in general surgery assists the supervising surgeon(s) in the management of patients under the direct supervision of the surgeon(s). The Surgical First Assist works closely and assists the surgeon in providing quality, efficient and continuous and cost-effective care in the operating room as well as in the medical office setting.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon(s) in intra‑operative care

  1. First and second assist to the surgeon(s) in the operating room adhering to all surgical standards including aseptic techniques and protocols.
  2. Assist in preparation of patient for procedure.
  3. Closure of incisions as delegated by the attending surgeon.
  4. On‑call availability for after‑hours/weekend surgical cases.

• Assist surgeon in the medical office

  1. Provides assistance to the surgeon in the office setting including rooming patients, interviewing and documenting history and physical exam, post‑op wound checks and suture removal.
  2. Other office duties as requested or assigned by the surgeon(s) and/or practice manager.

Minimum Education, Training and Experience Required

• Licensed Surgical First Assist in good standing.
• To be eligible for a certificate a person shall hold and maintain certification by one (1) of the following: The National Surgical Assistant Association; or The Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologists.
• 3‑5 years' experience as Surgical First Assist in general surgery cases strongly preferred.

Baptist Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.