Surgical First Assistant
Community Health Systems
Job Summary
The Surgical Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing the operating room, assisting with patient preparation, and providing technical support during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgical team. This role performs basic operative assistance such as handling instruments, maintaining sterile technique, positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover. The Surgical Assistant works closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment.
Essential Functions
Assists with operating room setup, ensuring surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and sterile prior to procedures.
Prepares and positions patients for surgery, assisting with transport, prepping, and draping according to established protocols.
Passes instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures, maintaining aseptic technique and anticipating surgical needs.
Maintains a sterile field and assists with infection prevention practices throughout the surgical procedure.
Assists with surgical site cleanup and room turnover between procedures, ensuring readiness for the next case.
Supports the care team in monitoring patient safety and comfort during surgical preparation and recovery.
Collaborates with team members, responding to direction from the circulating nurse, scrub tech, or surgeon to support workflow.
Checks and stocks supplies in the OR or procedure areas, ensuring availability and readiness of surgical materials.
Demonstrates knowledge of basic surgical instruments, sterile technique, and surgical safety protocols.
Follows hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines, ensuring patient confidentiality and safety.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
0-2 years of experience in a surgical, sterile processing, or patient care support role required
1-2 years of experience supporting perioperative services or working in a surgical setting preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
Basic understanding of surgical procedures and aseptic technique.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative surgical team.
Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to maintain focus during routine and complex procedures.
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and OR safety protocols is preferred.
Licenses and Certifications
CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred
Equal Employment Opportunity
This organization does not discriminate in any way to deprive any person of employment opportunities or otherwise adversely affect the status of any employee because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, citizenship, veteran status, or military or uniformed services, in accordance with all applicable governmental laws and regulations. In addition, the facility complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. This applies to all terms and conditions of employment including, but not limited to: hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. If you are an applicant with a mental or physical disability who needs a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process, contact the director of Human Resources at the facility to which you are seeking employment; Simply go to to obtain the main telephone number of the facility and ask for Human Resources.
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