Surgical First Assistant: Expert Perioperative Care

Ochsner Health; Louisiana; On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Ochsner Health is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to collaborate with surgeons and the healthcare team to ensure safe operative outcomes. You will assist with sterile technique, patient prep, visualization of the operative field, and closure of body planes while maintaining professional communication across the patient care process.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assistant program, 5 years in surgery, Certified Surgical Assistant or

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical First Assistant program.
• 5 years of experience in surgery.
• Certified Surgical Assistant or Certified First Assistant.
• BLS from American Heart Association.

Responsibilities

• Maintains strict sterile technique.
• Prepares patient for surgery and assists with visualization of operative field.
• Assists with closure of body planes and wound care.
• Applies wound dressings and drainage systems.
• Interacts with diverse patient populations with professionalism.
• Performs other duties as needed.

Skills

Suturing

Sterile technique

Conflict resolution

Analytical skills

Computers & software

Verbal & written communication

Travel ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of accredited Surgical First Assistant program

Job description

Ochsner Health is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to collaborate with surgeons and the healthcare team to ensure safe operative outcomes. You will assist with sterile technique, patient prep, visualization of the operative field, and closure of body planes while maintaining professional communication across the patient care process.

Required: High school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assistant program, 5 years in surgery, Certified Surgical Assistant or