Surgical First Assistant: Elevate Perioperative Care

Methodist Healthcare System; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 75,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) Plan with match

Education assistance

Adoption assistance

Employee recognition program

Paid time off

Job summary

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan in San Antonio seeks an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join the perioperative team. You will support the surgeon, assist with instrument handling, and ensure sterile technique across procedures.

The role requires certification in CST/SA-C/CSFA or equivalent, with experience in perioperative settings and a commitment to patient safety and collaboration with RNs and surgical staff.

Qualifications

• Must have completed the educational and certification requirements listed (CST/TS-C-/SA-C/CSA/CSFA/LSA) and maintain valid licensure.
• Experience in perioperative settings and ability to collaborate with surgeons and nursing staff.
• Perioperative safety measures and instrument handling proficiency required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon as a Surgical First Assistant under supervision.
• Maintain sterile field and assist with instrument handling and suturing.
• Participate in universal protocol and ensure patient safety throughout procedures.

Skills

Surgical first assist

Sterile technique

Team collaboration

Patient safety

Education

Surgical Technologist Certification

Surgical First Assistant Certification

LSA - Licensed Surgical Assistant

Tools

Robotic surgery competency

Job description

Methodist Hospital Metropolitan in San Antonio seeks an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join the perioperative team. You will support the surgeon, assist with instrument handling, and ensure sterile technique across procedures.

The role requires certification in CST/SA-C/CSFA or equivalent, with experience in perioperative settings and a commitment to patient safety and collaboration with RNs and surgical staff.