Surgical First Assistant - Day Shift, $15k Sign-On Bonus

CHS Career Site; Oro Valley (AZ); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with matching

PTO

Employee Referral Program

Student Loan Repayment Assistance

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

Oro Valley Hospital in Oro Valley, AZ is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join the perioperative team. The role supports the surgical team by preparing the operating room, assisting with patient preparation, and providing technical support during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgical team.

The Surgical Assistant works with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to maintain a safe, efficient environment, manage instrument handling, sterile technique, and room

Qualifications

• 0-2 years in a surgical, sterile processing, or patient care support role required.
• 1-2 years of perioperative services experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Set up OR with sterile instruments and equipment prior to procedures.
• Position and prepare patients for surgery according to protocols.
• Pass instruments to the team, maintaining aseptic technique.
• Maintain sterile field and follow infection prevention practices.
• Assist with room turnover between procedures and readiness.
• Support care team in monitoring patient safety and comfort.
• Stock supplies and comply with hospital policies throughout cases.

Skills

Aseptic technique

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

CST certification preferred

Tools

Surgical instruments knowledge

Sterile processing equipment

OR environment familiarity

Job description

Oro Valley Hospital in Oro Valley, AZ is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join the perioperative team. The role supports the surgical team by preparing the operating room, assisting with patient preparation, and providing technical support during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgical team.

The Surgical Assistant works with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to maintain a safe, efficient environment, manage instrument handling, sterile technique, and room