Surgical Tech, First Assistant – Orthopedics & Spine

ProMedica; Toledo (OH); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMedica in Toledo, OH, is seeking a Surgical Technologist / First Assistant for the Ambulatory division at Wildwood Orthopedic and Spine Hospital. The role involves maintaining a sterile field, preparing cases, and ensuring instruments and supplies meet case needs under supervision in the operating room.

You will lead as a preceptor for new staff and students in the first assisting role, contributing to safe operations and patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Education: Must be a high school graduate or equivalent.
• Graduate of an accredited Certified Surgical Technologist program.
• Must complete course for Surgical Technologist as First Assistant per AORN standards; includes clinical practice under RNFA or surgeon.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile field and address breaks in technique.
• Prepare surgical cases and ensure adequate supplies and instruments based on case and patient needs.
• Serve as a preceptor and role model for new staff and students in the first assisting role.

Skills

First Assistant training

Surgical Technologist

AST certification

Education

High school diploma

Graduate of CST program

Job description

ProMedica in Toledo, OH, is seeking a Surgical Technologist / First Assistant for the Ambulatory division at Wildwood Orthopedic and Spine Hospital. The role involves maintaining a sterile field, preparing cases, and ensuring instruments and supplies meet case needs under supervision in the operating room.

You will lead as a preceptor for new staff and students in the first assisting role, contributing to safe operations and patient outcomes.