Certified Surgical First Assistant

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) | Portland, OR Join a leading healthcare organization committed to delivering exceptional surgical care. Adventist Health Portland is seeking a skilled and detail-oriented Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support surgeons in providing high-quality operative care in a fast-paced surgical environment. As part of a multidisciplinary surgical team, you will play a key role in ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile technique, and assisting in critical intraoperative procedures. What You'll Do: Assist the primary surgeon during surgical procedures, including exposure, hemostasis, suturing, and tissue handling Prepare and position patients for surgery while ensuring safety and comfort Maintain a sterile operating environment and assist with surgical draping and setup Perform wound closure and apply surgical dressings as directed Verify surgical consent, patient history, diagnostic results, and operative readiness Ensure availability and proper setup of surgical instruments, equipment, and implants Assist with pre-operative and post-operative tasks to support optimal patient outcomes Monitor operating room conditions including temperature, lighting, and equipment readiness Collaborate closely with surgeons, nurses, and OR staff to ensure efficient procedures What You'll Bring: High School Diploma or GED required Associate's Degree or equivalent experience preferred Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification required Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required Strong attention to detail and ability to perform in a high-pressure surgical setting Ability to follow instructions and work under defined clinical parameters Why Join Adventist Health Portland: Adventist Health Portland has served East Portland since 1893 and continues to provide whole-person care across a wide network of services, including advanced cardiovascular care through the Northwest Heart Center. Located in a vibrant region offering outdoor adventure, cultural experiences, and city life, this is a place where professional growth and lifestyle come together. Join a team dedicated to surgical excellence and compassionate patient care- #J-18808-Ljbffr