Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)Durango Outpatient Surgery Center is seeking a Full Time Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)/ CST to join the team! $5,000 Sign-On Bonus!Durango Outpatient Surgery Center is a fast-paced Ambulatory Surgery Center committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Our mission is to provide first-class surgical services to the local community in a safe, comfortable, welcoming environment, one in which we would be happy to treat our own families. We have 5 operating rooms offering a full range of surgical procedures including: Bariatrics, Colorectal, General Surgery/Robotics, GI, OB/Gynecology, Sports Medicine, Orthopedic, Pain Management, Podiatry, and Spine.What You Will Do (Job Summary):The CSFA/CST is a vital member of the surgical team, responsible for providing advanced assistance during operative procedures and supporting all aspects of perioperative care in an outpatient surgery center. This dual-role position requires expertise in both first assisting and surgical technology, ensuring safe, efficient, and high?quality patient care. Will work in CST role on cases where CSFA is not required.First Assist Duties (CSFA)Provide direct surgical first assistance under the direction of the surgeon, including:Tissue handling, exposure, and retractionHemostasis techniques (clamping, ligating, cauterizing)Suturing, stapling, and wound closureApplication of dressings and splintsAnticipate surgeon needs and maintain a proactive approach during proceduresAssist with patient positioning, prepping, and drapingEnsure proper use of instruments, equipment, and surgical technologiesMaintain strict adherence to sterile technique and safety protocolsSurgical Technologist Duties (CST)Prepare operating rooms with appropriate instruments, supplies, and equipmentPerform surgical scrub duties for a variety of outpatient proceduresMaintain accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and sharpsAssist with turnover and room readiness between casesCollaborate with RNs, anesthesia providers, and surgeons to ensure smooth workflowParticipate in equipment troubleshooting and basic maintenanceSupport inventory management, including restocking and supply rotationMonday to Friday work schedule!NO weekend and holiday work!NO call required!What We OfferMedical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurancePaid time off (vacation & sick leave) - Starting PTO accrual is 15 days per year.401k retirement planPaid holidaysHealth savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accountsEmployee Assistance program, Employee discount programVoluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, AD&D, auto & home insurance.Required Skills:High School diploma or GEDGraduate of a Surgical Technologist program. Certification required.Graduate of a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) program. CSFA certification requiredBLS, and Advanced Life Support (ACLS) certification accredited by AHA required.1+ year surgical experience with multiple procedures, including orthopedic and general proceduresDemonstrates clinical competency, leadership, and teaching capabilities.Physically and emotionally capable of performing responsibilities of position.Who We AreWe are part of a much larger team with United Surgical Partners International (USPI). At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions throughout the United States. We are committed to providing surgical services in the most efficient and clinically excellent manner.USPI is committed to, and proud of our inclusive culture. An inclusive culture, in our view, is respectful of differences and nurtures and supports the contributions of each individual, while also embracing and leveraging diversity. A diverse workforce, combined with an inclusive culture, makes USPI stronger and better able to meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.