Certified First Assistant (FA) Operating Room

Job description

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.