Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Under the supervision of the surgeon, the CST‑FA performs first assistant duties during the surgical procedure. In addition, the CST‑FA also performs as a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room as needed. The role requires maintaining accountability for the provision of surgical instruments to the surgical team, coordinating the care of the surgical patient with other team members, and upholding patient rights and confidentiality.

All duties are performed in accordance with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

• Minimum 3 years of Surgical Technologist scrub experience.
• Education:
  
  Surgical Technology experience, or a degree in Surgical Technology, or completion of a certification from an accredited surgical technology program (preferred).
• Certifications:
  
  Basic Life Support (BLS) through the American Heart Association.

Day‑one comprehensive health, vision, and dental coverage; paid time off; tuition reimbursement; and employer‑matched retirement funds are available for eligible co‑workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period.

We bring to life a healing ministry through compassionate care and exceptional service, fostering a workplace recognized by Modern Healthcare Magazine as one of the “Top 100 Places to Work.”