First Assist Technician
Templeton, CA
GLC On-The-Go
3x12 hrs

OR RNFA | Templeton, CA | Contract

Quick Look

• Weekly Gross Pay: $2,940 - $3,095
• Shift: 8:00 AM - 4:30 PM
• Start Date: 11/16/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks

Located in Templeton amongst the oak trees, this leading acute-care hospital has been serving northern San Luis Obispo County since 1977. Comprised of a 122-bed acute care facility, our team provides exceptional care in emergency medicine, orthopedics, obstetrics, digestive disorders, wound care, and various medical, surgical, and outpatient services. Locals enjoy weekly farmers markets in downtown Templeton, farm-to-fork dining, beautiful landscapes for hiking and biking, and beach days just fifteen minutes away at Cambria and Morro Bay.

Job Summary: Perform the professional functions of a Registered Nurse in assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the care of patients. Coordinate, manage, provide, and delegate patient care. Responsible for meeting the established Standards of Nursing Practice and promoting cooperation among the health care team. In addition, the Registered Nurse shall meet personal accountabilities as defined in the Tenet Standards of Conduct, Service, People, Quality, Growth, and Cost. Assist under the direction of the primary operating surgeon in the perioperative care of the patients undergoing a surgical experience. The RNFA functions within the policies and guidelines established by the facility and reports directly to the Director of Perioperative Services. The RNFA is an expanded role of the registered nurse and is accountable for exemplifying leadership and professionalism in the implementation of the role. This position is represented by CNA.

Job Requirements:

• Education and Work Experience:
  • Graduate of a school of nursing: Required
  • Certification of completion of an approved didactic RNFA course: Required
  • Three years scrub and circulate experience in an acute care facility: Required
  • Annual surgeon review: Required
• Licenses/Certifications:
  • Current RN license in state of practice: Required
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
  • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Required
  • Certified Nurse, Operating Room (CNOR): Required
  • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification from approved vendor per AH policy: Preferred
  • Current Professional Liability insurance: Required

Essential Functions: Assures patients' personal needs are met. Assists in reducing noise level of the nursing unit. Participates in the Standards of Conduct. Shows a commitment to co-workers. Works as a team to assure all patients have their needs met. Maintains patient, co-worker, and hospital privacy. Documentation is clear, concise, and legible. Delivers a clear, concise report. Completes all assigned quality monitors as directed by department manager. Follows infection control guidelines.

GLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

If you're ready to take the next step in your career as an OR RNFA, apply today!