Surgical First Assistant Certified / CSFA

UT Health East Texas; Tyler (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition assistance

Wellness resources

Paid time off

Health benefits

Job summary

UT Health Tyler is seeking a day shift, full-time Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) in Tyler, TX. The CSFA works under the surgeon during the intraoperative phase to create a safe, efficient environment and support patient care with technical first assistance.

The role demands critical thinking, vigilance, and a commitment to ongoing learning within a busy surgical team. Join a hospital system focused on a patient-centered, inclusive culture, with opportunities for professional growth

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Successful completion of an approved FA course.
• Proficient in scrubbing all specialties with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Current C certification in Surgical Technology.
• Current C certification as a First Assistant.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.

Responsibilities

• The CSFA functions under the direction of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience to provide a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for the surgical patient.
• Exercises critical thinking skills in all aspects of the FA role.
• Establishes and maintains a safe operative environment.
• Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon in the operating room.
• Partners with the physician to enhance the effectiveness of patient care.
• Actively contributes to a clean, safe, positive, and professional work and patient care environment.
• Maintain skills and knowledge through training and continuing education to provide expected standards of care.
• Act as a resource and role model for staff and students.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures while carrying out duties and responsibilities as identified.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Skills

FA experience (3+ yrs)

Education

Accredited Surgical Technology program

Job description

Overview

Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) in Tyler, TX.

Why Join Us?

Thrive in a People-First Environment and Make Healthcare Better

• Thr: We empower our team with career growth opportunities, tuition assistance, and resources that support your wellness, education, and financial well-being.
• People-First: We prioritize your well-being with paid time off, comprehensive health benefits, and a supportive, inclusive culture where you are valued and cared for.
• Make Healthcare Better: We use advanced technology to support our team and enhance patient care.

Get to Know Your Team:

• UT Health Tyler is the flagship hospital of the system, serving hundreds of thousands annually. Specializing in advanced acute care medicine, our Midtown location boasts a Level 1 trauma center and comprehensive stroke center, the region’s only EMCO program, and a Level III NICU. Our medical staff includes more than 500 physicians and a full complement of subspecialty groups.

Responsibilities

• The CSFA functions under the direction of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience to provide a safe, efficient, and supportive environment for the surgical patient.
• Exercises critical thinking skills in all aspects of the FA role.
• Establishes and maintains a safe operative environment.
• Provides technical first assistance to the primary surgeon in the operating room.
• Partners with the physician to enhance the effectiveness of patient care.
• Actively contributes to a clean, safe, positive, and professional work and patient care environment.
• Maintain skills and knowledge through training and continuing education to provide expected standards of care.
• Act as a resource and role model for staff and students.
• Adheres to departmental policies and procedures while carrying out duties and responsibilities as identified.
• Other duties as assigned within the scope of practice.

Qualifications

Job Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Successful completion of an approved FA course.
• Proficient in scrubbing all specialties with a minimum of 3 years of experience.
• Current C certification in Surgical Technology.
• Current C certification as a First Assistant.
• BLS certification must be obtained within 14 days of hire or transfer into the role and prior to providing direct patient care.