Surgical First Assistant — Weekend Night OR (Part-Time)

Ascension Health; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 60,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Professional development

Employee assistance program

Job summary

Ascension Health in Nashville, TN is seeking a part-time Surgical Assistant to support the Main OR on weekend nights. You will position patients, assist with tissue handling, hemostasis, wound closure, and room setup per surgeon's preference cards to ensure patient safety and efficient surgical flow.

The role requires completion of BLS, certification as a First Surgical Assistant, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent (or an Associate's/Technical degree or related experience).

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification within 30 days of hire.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant credential required.
• High School diploma or equivalent; or Associate's/Technical degree; or 4 years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Position patient to optimize exposure for surgery and ensure comfort and safety.
• Assist with visualization of the operative site, tissue handling, retraction, and suction/irrigation.
• Achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis using appropriate techniques.
• Assist with wound closure, dressings, drainage, and room cleanup after cases.
• Prepare surgical suite and equipment per surgeon's preference cards.

Skills

Surgical assisting

Patient positioning

Hemostasis

Stabilizing equipment

Team collaboration

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Associate's/Technical degree

4 years of applicable experience

Job description

Ascension Health in Nashville, TN is seeking a part-time Surgical Assistant to support the Main OR on weekend nights. You will position patients, assist with tissue handling, hemostasis, wound closure, and room setup per surgeon's preference cards to ensure patient safety and efficient surgical flow.

The role requires completion of BLS, certification as a First Surgical Assistant, and at least a high school diploma or equivalent (or an Associate's/Technical degree or related experience).