Surgical First Assistant (CST/CSFA) – Day Shift

1201 Northwest Community Hospital; Arlington Heights (IL); On-site; USD 53,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Endeavor Health Careers in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to join our surgical team. This role performs advanced assisting tasks with surgeons, nurses, and staff, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety throughout procedures.

Requirements include CST NBSTSA certification, CSFA, and experience as a Surgical Technologist in first assisting. Associates degree in Health Administration preferred. Full-time schedule, day hours with no travel.

Qualifications

• 2 Years Surgical Technologist with experience in first assisting required.
• Surgical Technologist with experience in first assisting required.
• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST®) - NBSTSA required.
• CSFA required.

Responsibilities

• Providing skilled assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures, including but not limited to retracting, suturing, and hemostasis.
• Maintaining a sterile field and anticipate the needs of the surgeon throughout the procedure.
• Preparing and organizing surgical instruments, equipment, and supplies required for each procedure.
• Ensuring that all instruments are properly sterilized and in excellent working condition.
• Assisting in patient preparation, positioning, and draping to ensure patient safety and comfort.
• Monitoring patients' vital signs and provide appropriate care during the surgical procedure.
• Maintaining accurate and detailed records of surgical procedures, including instrument counts, specimens, and patient information.
• Documenting any unexpected events or complications during surgery for review and analysis.
• Collaborating effectively with the surgical team, including surgeons, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare professionals.
• Communicating clearly and efficiently to ensure a coordinated surgical process.

Skills

Surgical Technologist

First assisting experience

CST NBSTSA certified

CSFA certification

Education

Associates Degree Health Administration

Job description

Endeavor Health Careers in Arlington Heights, IL, is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to join our surgical team. This role performs advanced assisting tasks with surgeons, nurses, and staff, ensuring aseptic technique and patient safety throughout procedures.

Requirements include CST NBSTSA certification, CSFA, and experience as a Surgical Technologist in first assisting. Associates degree in Health Administration preferred. Full-time schedule, day hours with no travel.