Certified Surgical First Assistant - Surgery - FT - 8hr- Days - Porter Campus - Up to $5K Sign On Bo

Job Summary: The Surgical First Assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant to the surgeon during the operations does so under the direction and supervision of that surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy, laws and regulations.

Qualifications: EDUCATION Completion of accredited Surgical Technologist program (Required). Completion of an accredited Surgical First Assistant program (Required). Certified by the NBSTSA, in surgical technology and Surgical First Assisting (CSFA) (Required). EXPERIENCE Must have completed accredited Surgical Technology and Surgical First Assistant program and the National Certification from the NBSTSA is required. (Above requirements can be met by the equivalent combination of education and experience). SCHEDULE Monday-Friday. 0630-1500 plus call LICENSURE / CERTIFICATION Current Basic Life Support (BLS) is required to be maintained for duration of employment. If Certified Surgical Technologist must have current certification. Certification for Surgical First Assistant from the NBSTSA Board. COMPENSATION / BENEFITS $21.15-34.55/hr depending on previous work experience Shift and weekend differentials. Sign On Bonus paid over 1 year. Benefits include medical, dental, vision, short-term disability, long-term disability, life insurance, paid time off (PTO), paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, scholarship opportunities, retirement plans, free parking, cafeteria discounts and opportunities for advancement.