Surgical Tech First Assistant

Oracle Corporation; Brownsville (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan with employer  

Paid time off

Career development opportunities

Health savings accounts

Job summary

Valley Baptist - Brownsville is hiring a Surgical Technologist First Assistant to support the surgeon by aiding exposure, hemostasis, and closure, with duties before and after surgery as needed. The role requires validated skills from approved training and regulatory compliance.

The candidate will participate in equipment readiness, positioning, and intraoperative support across multiple techniques. A strong team environment and patient-centered care are emphasized, with comprehensive benefits

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program.
• 3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
• AHA BLS certification.
• Surgical Technology certification.
• Surgical First Assistant certification.
• Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice as required by law.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring appropriate equipment is available.
• Reviewing permit to confirm procedure.
• Assist in moving and positioning patient.
• Providing assistance throughout the procedure in a variety of surgical techniques.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Operating room support

Team collaboration

Pre/postoperative duties

Education

CAAHEP accredited program

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

This position may qualify for a sign-on bonus.

Full Time, Days

The surgical technologist first assistant, under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that are within validated skills received during approved, first assistant training course as well as those approved by applicable regulatory agencies, e.g. state and/or federal. The surgical technologist first assistant may also perform preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.

Responsibilities

Responsible for ensuring appropriate equipment is available; reviewing permit to confirm procedure; assist in moving and positioning patient; providing assistance throughout the procedure in a variety of surgical techniques.

Qualifications

Education:

Required: Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program.
Preferred: Associate degree.

Experience:

Required: 3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
Preferred: 5 years as surgical technician.

Certifications:

Required: AHA BLS, Surgical Technology certification, Surgical First Assistant certification, currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.

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About Us

Embark on a rewarding career with Valley Baptist - Brownsville hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Valley Baptist - Brownsville, we understand that our greatest asset is our dedicated team of professionals. That’s why we offer more than a job – we provide a comprehensive benefit package that prioritizes your health, professional development, and work-life balance. The available plans and programs include:

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

About the Team

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith.Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

Job Info

• Job Identification 2603012391
• Job Category Nursing
• Posting Date 06/08/2026, 01:12 PM
• Degree Level Technical Diploma (±12 years)
• Job Schedule Full time
• Job Shift Day
• Locations Valley Baptist - Brownsville (On-site)