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Surgical First Assistant

Lincoln Surgical Hospital

Surgical First Assistant

Join Our Elite Team: $10,000 Sign-On Bonus Included!

Lincoln Surgical Hospital is a regional leader in innovative, patient-focused healthcare. We are seeking an extraordinary surgical first assistant who thrives in a high-standard, collaborative environment. If you are dedicated to achieving optimal surgical outcomes and providing top-tier patient care, we want to meet you.

The Schedule:

  • Full-Time: 80 hours per pay period (bi-weekly).
  • Hours: Monday – Friday, 6:00 am – 7:00 pm (No weekends/holidays).

Key Responsibilities: As a vital member of our surgical team, you will:

  • Coordinate & Prep: Partner with circulating nurses to select equipment, pull instrumentation, and ensure the OR is meticulously prepared.
  • Clinical Excellence: Maintain sterile technique while scrubbing, gowning, and gloving; assist surgeons with positioning, hemostasis, and wound dressings.
  • Anticipate Needs: Use physician preference cards to proactively manage instruments, ligatures, and irrigation during procedures.
  • Operational Support: Assist with room turnover, disinfection, and inventory management to keep our facility running at peak efficiency.

Requirements:

  • Education: Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program.
  • Licensure: Current Nebraska surgical first assistant license required at hire.
  • Certifications: Current BLS required; must obtain surgical technologist certification within 6 months of hire.

Why Lincoln Surgical Hospital?

Beyond our $10,000 sign-on bonus, we offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your life and career:

  • Financial Security: 401(k) with company match and life/disability insurance.
  • Health & Wellness: Premium health, dental, and vision plans, plus 24/7 access to our onsite wellness center.
  • Work-Life Balance: Generous paid time off (PTO) and uniform reimbursement.
  • Growth: Tuition reimbursement to help you reach your professional goals
Vacancy posted 4 days ago
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