Certified Surgical Tech – First Assist

Certified Surgical Tech - First Assist / OB Surgical Scrub Tech
 

Position Summary
The Certified Surgical Tech - First Assist provides direct assistance to surgeons during obstetrical surgical procedures, ensuring optimal exposure, patient safety, and adherence to surgical standards of practice.

Schedule & Shift Information
PRN position with availability requirements that may include days, nights, weekends, and holiday rotation. Scheduling is managed through a self-scheduling process.

Annual Deliveries: Approximately 700-800 deliveries per year
Patient Populations: OB, Postpartum, Nursery, Level II Special Care Nursery
Unit Layout:
- 6 Labor rooms (2 used for C-section pre-op)
- 7 Postpartum rooms
- 2 OB Outpatient (OBE) rooms
Average Length of Stay: 2-3 days
Support Staff: Nurse Tech / Unit Secretary; Surgical Scrub Tech
Orientation & Training: Orientation length and format are based on experience and current skill level, with preceptor support as appropriate

Essential Functions
Provide direct assistance to surgeons during obstetrical surgical procedures
Position patients to ensure optimal exposure while maintaining comfort and safety
Provide visualization of the operative field through tissue manipulation, retraction, suctioning, sponging, and irrigation
Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis
Assist with closure of body planes, application of wound dressings, and securing drainage systems
Maintain strict sterile technique and compliance with surgical protocols and safety standards

Required Skills & Abilities
Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
Strong attention to detail and patient safety

Qualifications
Education:
Associate's Degree preferred
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or First Assist program (required)

Licensure / Certifications:
Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (required)
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (required)

Experience:
Minimum of one (1) year of surgical scrub tech experience preferred
Experience in OB or Women's Services strongly preferred

Interview & Onboarding Details
Interview Location: Highpoint Health - Winchester, OB Department (3rd Floor)
Interview & Onboarding Dress Code: Business Casual
Typical Turnaround Time:
Interview to offer: approximately 48 hours
Offer to start date: based on candidate availability
Orientation Length: Approximately 2-4 weeks, based on availability and experience

Facility & Culture Highlights
Small, community-based hospital with strong working relationships
Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment
Patient-safety-focused culture
Self-scheduling to support work-life balance
Growth opportunities including tuition reimbursement and incentives for national certifications

Non-Essential Functions
Serve internal team members and external customers, including patients and vendors
Access and maintain sensitive and confidential information in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards
Demonstrate understanding of healthcare compliance, policies, and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Southern Tennessee Regional Health System is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.