✓You’ll need

Certifications

✓Certification as CST and eligibility for CSA, CSFA, SA-C, or equivalent

✓Current BLS certification • Strong communication, organization, and manual dexterity

Education

✓Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology

Qualifications

✓Completion of Surgical First Assist education and clinical hours

✓Two years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)

✓Ability to remain calm in emergencies and work in high-stress environments

✓Computer proficiency and ability to work irregular hours, including call

Experience serving as a preceptor for peers or new employees preferred

Self-motivated and able to work independently preferred

About the role

This role combines advanced surgical assisting responsibilities with the foundational duties of a Certified Surgical Technologist. As a key member of the surgical team, you will help optimize operative workflow, maintain sterile technique, and contribute to exceptional patient outcomes.

What you’ll do

Provide exposure, retraction, suctionProvide exposure, retraction, suction, and tissue handling as directed by the surgeon

Assist with vessel clampingAssist with vessel clamping, coagulation, ligation, drain placement, and wound closure

Anticipate surgeon needs toAnticipate surgeon needs to expedite procedures and maintain operative flow

Demonstrate advanced knowledge ofDemonstrate advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and surgical techniques

Monitor patient responses andMonitor patient responses and identify deviations requiring immediate action

A bout the Role We are seeking a skilled Surgical First Assistant to support surgeons during operative and invasive procedures, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care. This role combines advanced surgical assisting responsibilities with the foundational duties of a Certified Surgical Technologist. As a key member of the surgical team, you will help optimize operative workflow, maintain sterile technique, and contribute to exceptional patient outcomes. What You’ll Do Surgical Assisting
Provide exposure, retraction, suction, and tissue handling as directed by the surgeon
Assist with vessel clamping, coagulation, ligation, drain placement, and wound closure
Anticipate surgeon needs to expedite procedures and maintain operative flow
Demonstrate advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and surgical techniques Patient Care & Safety
Monitor patient responses and identify deviations requiring immediate action
Ensure safe positioning of patients across all age groups
Participate in TJC and WHO-approved “Time Out” procedures
Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique, infection control, and universal precautions Cross-Functional Collaboration / Operations
Serve as a resource and preceptor for peers and new team members
Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia, and nursing to support seamless case progression
Prepare and handle specimens accurately for laboratory analysis Systems & Administration
Maintain regulatory, credentialing, and privileging requirements for first assist practice
Document counts, procedural details, and required information per policy and AORN guidelines Our Culture & Values We are guided by integrity, ownership, compassion, and respect. Our surgical team is committed to excellence, continuous learning, and delivering safe, patient-centered care. Work Environment This is a 100% onsite position at our Port Clinton, OH location. Apply Today! Requirements Required
Associate’s degree in Surgical Technology
Completion of Surgical First Assist education and clinical hours
Two years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)
Certification as CST and eligibility for CSA, CSFA, SA-C, or equivalent
Current BLS certification
Strong communication, organization, and manual dexterity
Ability to remain calm in emergencies and work in high-stress environments
Computer proficiency and ability to work irregular hours, including call Preferred
Experience serving as a preceptor for peers or new employees
Self-motivated and able to work independently

CST/Surg Technologist-First Assist, PRN

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