Surgical Tech First Assist-Sign on Bonus $7,500

Mount Carmel Health System; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

DailyPay access

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development

Retirement match

Generous paid time off

Employee recognition

Diversity & Inclusion groups

Employee referral rewards

Job summary

Mount Carmel Health System in Columbus is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support the RN and surgeon by setting up and maintaining the surgical field and assisting during operative procedures. This role emphasizes patient-centered care, safety, and teamwork within a major Ohio health system.

The position highlights strong collaboration with physicians, commitment to professional standards, and opportunities for ongoing professional development and relocation assistance where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school graduate and ARC-ST/CAAHEP CFA preferred.
• Licensure/certification options include CSA, SA-C, CSFA.

Responsibilities

• Assist in maintaining the surgical field and aid the surgeon during operations.
• Perform delegated observable, cognitive, and psychomotor tasks as directed.
• Ensure safe patient positioning under RN supervision.
• Prepare equipment, supplies, and instruments for surgeries.
• Collaborate with the surgeon to provide exposure and handle tissue.
• Anticipate and assist with hemostasis during procedures.
• Close incisions as directed and apply wound dressings.
• Secure drainage systems to tissue as needed.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Patient care

Education

High school diploma

ARC-ST / CAAHEP CFA preferred

Job description

Employment Type: Full time Shift: Day Shift Description:

Position Purpose:

The Surgical Tech nologist First Assist, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Under the RN’s direction, sets up, and maintains the surgical field and assists the surgeon during operative procedures.

What you will do:

• The surgical first assistant performs within the scope of service allowed by Mount Carmel Health System, even though they may have received training on tasks beyond what is allowable by the MCHS Scope for non-physician first assistants.

• Performs observable, technical behaviors (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) as delegated by the surgeon. Practices within boundaries set by state and federal regulation and/or licensure in a non-physician role.

• Ability to perform continuously detailed tasks with frequent interruptions and re-prioritize work constantly.

• Assists in providing safe positioning of patents under the direct supervision of the RN

• Assists in surgical case preparation (equipment, supplies, and instruments).

• Collaborates with the surgeon to provide exposure of the field during operative procedure handles tissue and uses instruments under the direction of the surgeon.

• Anticipates and assists in providing hemostasis during operative procedures under the direction of the surgeon.

• Performs closure of surgical incisions as directed by surgeon.

• Select and apply appropriate wound dressing.

• Provides assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Education: High school graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a Certified First Assistant (CFA) program through the Accreditation Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology (ARC-ST) or the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred.

• Licensure / Certification: One of the following certifications is required:

• National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) – Independent certification board of the National Surgical Assistant Association – Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA)

• American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) – Surgical Assistant, Certified (SA-C)

• National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical assisting (NBSTSA) – Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

• Knowledge of applied microbiology, physics, mathematics, human anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology

• Ability to use other software as required to perform the essential functions of the job

Position Highlights and Benefits:

• Mount Carmel Health System recognized by Forbes in 2025 as one of America’s Best State Employers.

• Competitive compensation and benefits packages including medical, dental, and vision with coverage starting on day one.

• Retirement savings account with employer match starting on day one.

• Generous paid time off programs.

• Employee recognition programs.

• Tuition/professional development reimbursement starting on day one.

• RN to BSN tuition 100% paid at Mount Carmel’s College of Nursing.

• Relocation assistance (geographic and position restrictions apply).

• Employee Referral Rewards program.

• Mount Carmel offers DailyPay - if you’re hired as an eligible colleague, you’ll be able to see how much you’ve made every day and transfer your money any time before payday.You deserve to get paid every day!

• Opportunity to join Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Colleague Resource Groups.

Ministry/Facility Information:

Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years. Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our f ive hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region. Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs. If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team. Here, care is provided by all of us For All of You!

Legal Info (auto-populated in posting):

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.