Certified Surgical Tech First Assistant - Cardiothoracic
Baptist Healthcare System Inc
Paducah, KY, United States
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures
Supervised by department director
Disinfect surgical suite for next procedure
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room
Job Summary
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room.
Ensure surgical suite is disinfected and ready for the next procedure, and may be asked to clamp, cauterize, tie and apply ligating clamps.
Benefits include tuition assistance, paid time off upon hire, company-paid maternity and paternity leave, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, and retirement plans with company match.
Matching Summary
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures
Supervised by department director
Disinfect surgical suite for next procedure
Pass instruments to surgeon
Apply ligating clamps and hemostatic clips
Nice-to-have
Growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence
Teamwork and innovation culture
Supportive clinical environment
Key Requirements
Completion of Surgical First Assistant Program
Successful completion of certification
Life Support Training or Certification (ACLS, BLS, PALS, etc.)
Graduate from Surgical Technologist program
National Surgical Assistant Association Certification