Surgical First Assistant: Precision OR Support

Piedmont Healthcare Inc.; Stockbridge (GA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive benefits

Wellness programs

Opportunities for advancement

Job summary

Piedmont Henry Hospital is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist First Assistant to support operative teams in the OR. The role involves preparation and sterilization of instruments, assisting surgeons, and ensuring sterile technique during invasive procedures.

Candidates must have completed an accredited surgical technologist program, be CST and BCLS certified, and hold or be eligible for CSFA/CSA; at least 3 years perioperative experience is required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program.
• Completion of didactic and clinical components of the First Assistant program or competency verified by a sponsoring Piedmont surgeon during the orientation period.
• 3 years perioperative services experience required.
• CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required and BCLS - Basic Life Support required and CSA/CSFA or equivalent certification required.

Responsibilities

• Functions as a first assistant during operative and other invasive procedures in accordance with credentials, privileges, experience, education and competency verification.
• Assists OR staff in the assigned room/case.
• Facilitates the operative or other invasive procedure by preparing and providing sterile instruments, supplies and equipment.
• Maintains the sterile field and anticipates and responds to the needs of the surgical team.

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technologist program

Completion of didactic and clinical components of the First Assistant program or competency verified by a sponsoring Piedmont surgeon

Job description

Piedmont Henry Hospital is seeking a skilled Surgical Technologist First Assistant to support operative teams in the OR. The role involves preparation and sterilization of instruments, assisting surgeons, and ensuring sterile technique during invasive procedures.

Candidates must have completed an accredited surgical technologist program, be CST and BCLS certified, and hold or be eligible for CSFA/CSA; at least 3 years perioperative experience is required.