Surgical First Assistant — Operating Room Leader

Lake Charles Memorial Health System; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA seeks a First Assistant to work under the surgeon in the operating room, performing 1st/2nd assisting, circulating and scrubbing as needed to support patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have completed an Accredited Surgical First Assistant program (RNFA/CFA/CSA) with BLS; ACLS is preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership are essential in this compassionate, patient-centered team.

Qualifications

• Successful completion of Accredited Surgical First Assistant program (RNFA, CFA or CSA).
• BLS required; ACLS preferred.
• Demonstrates clear, concise verbal and written communication; patient-centered approach.

Responsibilities

• Assist as 1st/2nd assistant in surgical procedures.
• Circulate, scrub and other duties within licensed scope.
• Provide surgical site exposure, handling, and hemostasis.
• Pass instruments to surgeons during surgery.
• Assist with moving the patient to the operating room and positioning them on the table.
• Maintain professional communication with physicians and team.
• Call is required for this position.

Skills

Surgical skills

Communication

Education

Accredited Surgical First Assistant program

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA seeks a First Assistant to work under the surgeon in the operating room, performing 1st/2nd assisting, circulating and scrubbing as needed to support patient safety and optimal outcomes.

Qualified candidates will have completed an Accredited Surgical First Assistant program (RNFA/CFA/CSA) with BLS; ACLS is preferred. Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership are essential in this compassionate, patient-centered team.