Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

Position Summary 

The surgical first assistant performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques including, but not limited to: incision of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aides in implanting, securing, and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure. 

• Review permit to confirm procedure and special needs, confirm procedure with surgeon 
• Determine appropriate equipment needed for procedure. 
• Assisting in moving and positioning of patient. 
• Insert and remove Foley catheter in urinary bladder 
• Draping of patient according to surgeon guidelines  
• Provide exposure, retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization with regard to tissue type and appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique 
• Other related job tasks or responsibilities as assigned 

• Minimum Requirements: 
  • Education: Completion of formal Non-Physician Surgical Assistant program, accredited by CAAHEP 
  • Experience: 1 Year 
  • Licensure/Certification: CFSA - Certified Surgical First Assist or CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant 
  • Special Skills: Excellent communication and critical thinking skills required. 
• Preferred Requirements: 
  • Experience: One year experience as a certified surgical technician - first assist 

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