Surgical First Assistant

$75,275 - $112,902/Yr

UCHealth - Pueblo West, CO

Full-time

Pueblo West, CO

1,001-5,000 employees

Hospitals

About the position

The Surgical First Assistant provides direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort while facilitating optimal surgical outcomes. This role requires critical thinking, decisive judgment, and the ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Positions patient using stabilizing equipment for optimal exposure during surgical procedures.
• Provides visualization of the operative site through tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
• Utilizes techniques for achieving temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing drainage systems.
• Demonstrates critical thinking skills and takes appropriate actions with minimal supervision.

Requirements

• High School diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Surgical Technologist program.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), or Surgical Assistant-Certified (SA-C).
• State Surgical Assistant or Surgical Technologist registration.
• BLS certification through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer.

Benefits

• 403(b) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Loan forgiveness
• Loan repayment program