Overview

University Hospital houses 23 operating rooms (ORs) covering various service lines including Thoracic, General Surgery, Hepatobiliary, Urology, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Oral, Plastics, Ear, Nose, and Throat, as well as Abdominal Transplant (Liver, Kidney, Pancreas, Intestine, and Multivesicular). As an integral part of the Academic Health Center, our focus lies on high-acuity patient care, particularly emphasizing cancer-related treatments. We seek highly motivated individuals to join our collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

A Sign On Bonus is available for qualified candidates!

This position is a day shift role working 7:00am-5:30pm, Monday-Friday. Requires 40 hours of call per 6-week schedule and Holidays.

CSFAs provide service and support as a clinical expert before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensures the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation and to maintain readiness for emergency procedures at all times. Provides first line assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in positioning of the patient and the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience.

* Requires High School Diploma/GED. Associate's Degree preferred.
* Requires certification as a Certified First Assistant obtained from the NBSTSA.
* Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA.
* Requires Basic Life Support Certification.
* Requires the ability to resource advanced technology.
* Requires documentation of 25 Contact Hours of Continuing Education.
* Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation.
* Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field.
* Requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience.

As part of an award-winning hospital system, our part-time and full-time team members have access to a comprehensive benefits package, which includes, Competitive pay, Development opportunities, Tuition reimbursement, Matching 401k, Paid medical leave, and health, dental and vision insurance.