As a Certified Surgical Tech First Assist at Northeast Regional Medical Center you’ll play a vital role in doing what you do best- providing quality care to our patients. Our certified surgical first assists enjoy a robust benefits package includingcompetitive compensation,health insurance, 401k, flexible scheduling,100% licensure/certification reimbursement, Tuition Reimbursement, and up to $10K for student loan payments

Requirements:

• High School Graduate or equivalent
• Graduate of Surgical Technician School or 2 years experience as surgical scrub technician
• Graduate of advanced surgical training as Surgical 1^stAssist
• First Assistant certification required
• Current BLS required
• 1 year experience as a Surgical First Assist preferred.
• Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to address patients, families and hospital personnel
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced, ever changing environment
• Ability to flex hours and shifts due to fluctuations in patient acuity and staff availability.

About the Job:

The Surgical Technician 1st Assistant as an assistant to the surgeon handles instruments, supplies and equipment necessary during the surgical procedure. The ST/FA, through active participation, assists in planning, implementing and ensuring quality patient care during the operative procedure.