Surgical First Assistant: OR Support & Exposure Expert

Universal Health Services; Laredo (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Doctors Hospital of Laredo in Laredo, TX is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to actively assist the surgeon during operations, ensuring safe and efficient procedures. The role requires knowledge of exposure, hemostasis, and related surgical assistive tasks within a 183-bed acute care facility.

The candidate will be part of a clinical team dedicated to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement in the operating suite environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program.
• Willingness to be cross trained to other areas.
• Must demonstrate commitment to DHL’s Compliance Program and Code of Conduct.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in operative procedures to ensure safety and expeditious care.
• Provide exposure, hemostasis and other technical functions to support the surgeon.
• Support the operating room team with readiness and collaboration.

Skills

Willingness to cross-train

Education

Accredited Surgical Technologist program

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification

Job description

Doctors Hospital of Laredo in Laredo, TX is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to actively assist the surgeon during operations, ensuring safe and efficient procedures. The role requires knowledge of exposure, hemostasis, and related surgical assistive tasks within a 183-bed acute care facility.

The candidate will be part of a clinical team dedicated to high-quality patient care and continuous improvement in the operating suite environment.