Overview:
As a Certified Surgical First Assistant, you will play a crucial role in assisting surgeons during surgical procedures. Working closely with the surgical team, you will ensure the operating room is prepared, instruments are ready, and patients receive optimal care for successful outcomes. Your responsibilities will include maintaining a sterile field, passing instruments to surgeons, and anticipating the needs of the surgical team and closing the surgical wound.
Duties:
- Assist in preparing operating rooms for surgery
- Set up surgical instruments and equipment as required
- Provide support to the surgical team throughout procedures
- Maintain a sterile environment during surgeries
- Hand instruments to surgeons during operations
- Anticipate and fulfill the needs of the surgical team
- Close the surgical wound, as needed
Qualifications:
- Solid understanding of anatomy and medical terminology
- Knowledge of operating room protocols and practices
- Proficiency in medical-surgical procedures
Joining our team as a Certified Surgical First Assistant offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to surgeries while working in a fast-paced healthcare environment. If you have the required qualifications and are dedicated to providing high-quality patient care, we welcome you to apply for this rewarding position.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $32.00 - $42.00 per hour
Expected hours: 36 – 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Referral program
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Medical specialties:
- Orthopedics
- Otolaryngology
- Surgery
Schedule:
- Day shift
- Monday to Friday
- No weekends
Supplemental pay types:
Ability to Commute:
- Nashville, TN 37203 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Nashville, TN 37203: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person