Surgical First Assistant — Precision OR Support & Mentorship

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support the surgical team in the operating room. The role includes assisting as a 1st/2nd assistant, circulating, scrubbing, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include setting up the OR, handling and passing instruments, and participating in post-operative care as required. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential to mentor team members.

Qualifications

• Required successful completion of an Accredited Surgical First Assistant program (RNFA, CFA or CSA).
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities; ability to mentor others in a surgical team.
• Experience in assisting and circulating in the operating room and handling instruments.

Responsibilities

• Assist as 1st or 2nd assistant in surgical procedures.
• Circulate, scrub, and perform duties within licensed scope of practice.
• Assist with OR setup, equipment checks, and passing instruments during surgery.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Team collaboration

Mentoring/Precepting

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Surgical First Assistant program (RNFA/CFA/CSA)

Tools

Surgical instruments handling

OR equipment setup

Job description

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support the surgical team in the operating room. The role includes assisting as a 1st/2nd assistant, circulating, scrubbing, and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.

Responsibilities include setting up the OR, handling and passing instruments, and participating in post-operative care as required. Strong communication and leadership abilities are essential to mentor team members.