Certified Surgical First Assistant

Schedule

This position operates on a 12-hour day schedule, with shifts from 6:30 AM to 7:00 PM. Additionally, there is a requirement for 1-2 nights of call per week and every 4th weekend.

Job Description

The Certified Surgical First Assistant prepares the surgical suite for procedures by assisting the surgical technologist and registered nurse in gathering necessary equipment, instruments, and supplies. This role ensures that all supplies and equipment are available and in working condition. The assistant aids the surgeon in patient care during surgery by providing exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that enhance the safety and efficacy of the operation.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy and physiology, and operative techniques pertaining to specific procedures.
• Ensure all necessary supplies, equipment, or instruments are opened and available, confirming item charges with the nurse and surgical technologist.
• Assist the physician with proper positioning, draping, retracting, suctioning, sponging, tissue handling, cautery techniques, and suturing.
• Support team members in the transportation, positioning, and overall care of patients.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

• Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) is required.
• Active certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) is required.
• Current American Heart Association BLS certification is required.
• Supervisory reference forms completed within the last two years are necessary.

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

• Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
• Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
• Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
• 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
• Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
• Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

• SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
• SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
• Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
• Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
• We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!