Lead First Assistant, Certified - OR

Lead First Assist (First Assist Surg Tech) OR

Centerpoint Health, a part of Lifepoint Health, is a regional healthcare provider serving communities across Central Kentucky, including the nine-county region of Greater Lexington. Formed in 2026 by the joining of four community hospitals - Bluegrass Community Hospital in Versailles, Bourbon Community Hospital in Paris, Clark Regional Medical Center in Winchester and Georgetown Community Hospital in Georgetown - Centerpoint Health comprises nearly 1700 team members guided by a mission of making communities healthier.

The Operating Room team at Georgetown Community Hospital is dedicated to delivering safe, high-quality surgical care in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. Our skilled surgeons, nurses, surgical technologists, and support staff work together to provide exceptional care before, during, and after a wide range of surgical procedures. As part of a trusted community hospital, we are committed to excellence, teamwork, and patient safety while utilizing advanced technology and evidence-based practices. Every member of our team plays a vital role in supporting positive patient outcomes and enhancing the health of the communities we serve.

A Lead First Assist (First Assist Surg Tech) who excels in this role:

• Serves as a clinical resource and mentor for Surgical Technologists, Surgical First Assists, and perioperative staff.
• Assists the Director of Surgery/OR with orientation, training, competency validation, and ongoing professional development of Surgical First Assist staff.
• Coordinates daily workflow and staffing assignments for Surgical First Assists to ensure appropriate coverage and efficient utilization of resources.
• Collaborates with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nursing leadership, and perioperative staff to promote efficient patient flow and procedural outcomes.
• Participates in preference card reviews and updates to ensure accuracy and standardization of surgical supplies, instruments, and equipment.
• Assists with quality improvement initiatives, regulatory compliance activities, and performance improvement projects within the surgical department.
• Supports surgical service line growth through process improvement, surgeon onboarding, and implementation of best practices.
• Identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, patient safety, and cost containment and communicates recommendations to leadership.
• Participates in the evaluation, selection, and implementation of new surgical instruments, equipment, and technology.
• Assists leadership with scheduling, call coverage coordination, and resolution of operational issues affecting perioperative services.
• Conducts audits related to sterile technique, surgical assisting practices, documentation, and compliance with department policies and regulatory standards.
• Serves as a liaison between surgeons, Surgical First Assists, Surgical Technologists, and nursing staff to promote effective communication and teamwork.
• Assists in developing, reviewing, and updating department policies, procedures, and educational materials.
• Maintains competency in advanced surgical assisting techniques and serves as a role model for clinical excellence and professional conduct.
• Participates in departmental committees, meetings, and strategic initiatives as assigned.

Additional Leadership Responsibilities:

• Provides day-to-day oversight and guidance for Surgical First Assist staff.
• Assists with interviewing, onboarding, performance coaching, and competency assessments.
• Monitors supply utilization and collaborates with materials management to support inventory control and cost-effective practices.
• Escalates operational, quality, or patient safety concerns to department leadership and assists with corrective action planning.

This establishes the Lead role as a working clinical leader who still functions as a First Assist while supporting staff development, operational efficiency, quality initiatives, and surgeon relations.

We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers:

• Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees.
• Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
• Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
• Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
• Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
• Free Parking

What we're looking for:

• Applicants should have a High School Diploma (or equivalent) and Graduate of an Accredited program for Surgical Scrub Technicians. Additional requirements include:
• First Assistant (FA) certification required for this role.
• Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• Associate's Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association (AHA) or the American Red Cross (ARC) required within 7 days of hire

• One or more years of experience as a Surgical Scrub Technician with CSFA certification required
• Specific knowledge of surgical procedures required
• Extensive communication skills, team building skills, surgical assisting and instrumentation skills required

More about Centerpoint Georgetown Centerpoint Georgetown is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestoneyour experience matters.

EEOC Statement

"Centerpoint Georgetown is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Centerpoint - Georgetown is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."