Surgical First Assistant/UKHC

Surgical First Assistant/UKHC

Job Title - Surgical First Assistant/UKHC

Working Title - Certified First Assistant

Department Name - Perioperative Services

Work Location - Lexington, KY

Grade Level - 12

Salary Range - $30.00-53.67/hour

Type of Position - Staff

Position Time Status - Full-Time

Required Education - Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) certificate or High School Diploma

Required Related Experience - 1 yr

Required License/Registration/Certification - Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certified by the KY Medical Board of Licensure or eligible, or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) certified by the KY Medical Board of Licensure or eligible

Physical Requirements - The essential functions for include the ability to lift, carry, push, and pull 50-100 pounds on a daily basis; as well as stand, walk and sit for long periods of time. The conditions of work may involve exposure to communicable diseases, the hazards of radiation, and injury from intractable patients or sharp instruments.

Shift - This position is 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m..

Job Summary - The Certified First Assistant (CFA) means providing aid under direct supervision, in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist a physician performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patients. Primary responsibilities are assisting in robotic procedures with other assisting and scrubbing duties as assigned. Teamwork with case facilitation are key responsibilities as well.

Skills / Knowledge / Abilities - Previous experience in an OR setting; surgical technician experience highly preferred for this position.

Does this position have supervisory responsibilities? - No

Preferred Education/Experience - CAAHEPaccredited program certificate or Associate's Degree – Surgical Assistant program

Deadline to Apply - 06/17/2026

Our University Community - We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus. The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status. Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.