Certified First Assistant (FA) Operating Room
Employer not yet confirmed · Winchester, Tennessee, United States
Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA)
Join a growing, high-volume surgical team at Highpoint Health Winchester!
Highpoint Health Winchester is seeking a motivated and positive Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) to join our busy Surgical Services Department. This position provides direct assistance to surgeons during a wide variety of surgical procedures and plays a critical role in delivering safe, high-quality patient care.
Our surgical team supports multiple specialties, including:
- Orthopedics
- General Surgery
- Gynecology
- Robotics
- ENT
- Endoscopy
- Urology
- Podiatry
This is an excellent opportunity for a team-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and is looking to grow with an expanding perioperative services department.
Position Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited Surgical First Assist program required
- Current Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Call Requirements
Participation in the call schedule is required, including a minimum of one weeknight per week and every fifth weekend, with a required 30-minute response time when on call.
Essential Responsibilities
- Provide direct surgical assistance to the surgeon during operative procedures.
- Position patients to maximize surgical site exposure while maintaining patient comfort and safety.
- Assist with visualization of the operative field through tissue manipulation, retraction, suctioning, irrigation, and sponging.
- Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
- Assist with wound closure, application of dressings, and management of drains and other postoperative devices.
- Maintain a sterile environment and promote patient safety throughout the surgical procedure.
What We're Looking For
The ideal candidate is:
- Positive, dependable, and team-oriented
- Motivated to learn and grow professionally
- Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and surgical technologists
- Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with a variety of surgical specialties
- Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and supporting a culture of teamwork and professionalism
Required Skills
- Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
- Ability to prioritize and adapt in a dynamic surgical environment
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Ability to work with minimal supervision and take appropriate action in stressful situations
Become part of a collaborative team dedicated to providing exceptional surgical care while supporting the continued growth of Surgical Services at Highpoint Health Winchester.