RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assistant | Ortho

Orthopedic Surgical First Assistant

Sign-On Bonus: $2500

Location: 211 N Eddy Street, South Bend, IN, 46617

Hours: Monday-Friday: 8:00 am-5:00 pm

At The South Bend Clinic, you are supported to do your best work and make a meaningful impact every day. You will be part of a collaborative, physician-led team that works as one and puts patients at the center of everything we do. With a connected network of providers, care teams, and services across primary and specialty care, surgery centers, imaging, lab, and therapy, you are part of a system designed to deliver high-quality, coordinated care. Together, we create an environment where you can grow, contribute, and help improve the experience and outcomes for every patient we serve.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits that include healthcare navigation assistance.
• Access to a mental health benefit at no cost.
• Employer provided life and disability insurance.
• $5,250 Tuition Reimbursement per year.
• Immediate 401(k) match.
• 40 hours paid volunteer time off.
• A culture committed to community engagement and social impact.
• Up to 12 weeks parental leave at 100% pay and a financial benefit for adoption and surrogacy for non-physician team members once eligibility requirements are met.

Essential Function/Job Responsibility:

Serves as first assistant during orthopedic surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon, including providing surgical exposure, handling tissue, maintaining hemostasis, suturing, and performing wound closure within the RNFA's authorized scope of practice. Assists with orthopedic office procedures and provides clinical support in the office setting as needed.

Qualifications :

Graduate of an accredited RNFA program with a current, unrestricted RN license in the State of Indiana. Current BLS certification required.

Artificial Intelligence Disclosure: Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools may be used in some portions of the candidate review process for this position, however, all employment decisions will be made by a person.