Surgical First Assistant — Senior Technologist

Ochsner Health; New Orleans (LA); Sur place; USD 85 000 - 105 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Equal Opportunity Employer

Résumé du poste

Ochsner Health seeks a skilled Surgical First Assistant to support surgeons and healthcare teams in the operating room. You will perform duties under surgeon supervision, maintaining strict sterile technique and contributing to optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assistant program, 5 years of surgical experience, and active certification (CSA or CFA) with BLS. Travel between facilities may be necessary.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent plus completion of an accredited Surgical First Assistant program.
• 5 years of experience in surgery.
• 2 years of experience in Surgical First Assisting preferred.
• Certified Surgical Assistant or Certified First Assistant required.
• BLS from American Heart Association required.

Responsabilités

• Strict adherence to sterile technique during procedures.
• Facilitates patient preparation for surgery and provides visualization of the operative field.
• Assists with closure of body planes and dressing applications.
• Demonstrates respectful communication and adapts interactions to patient population.
• Performs other related duties as required.

Connaissances

suturing

sterile technique

conflict resolution

basic analytical skills

computers and software

verbal and written communication

travel flexibility

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Graduate of an accredited Surgical First Assistant program

Description du poste

Ochsner Health seeks a skilled Surgical First Assistant to support surgeons and healthcare teams in the operating room. You will perform duties under surgeon supervision, maintaining strict sterile technique and contributing to optimal patient outcomes.

Requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent, graduation from an accredited Surgical First Assistant program, 5 years of surgical experience, and active certification (CSA or CFA) with BLS. Travel between facilities may be necessary.