Certified Surgical First Assistant
Marshall, Michigan
Oaklawn Hospital

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA)

Location: Marshall, Michigan
Employment Type: Temporary
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

Provides peri-operative care of surgical patients under the direction of a Registered Nurse. Prepares the physical environment before patient arrival and assists the RN with developing the plan of care. Ensures patient and employee safety by following established procedures.

Essential Functions

• Assist surgical team during operative procedures
• Use instruments and medical devices appropriately
• Provide exposure, handle/cut tissue, provide hemostasis, and suture
• Follow infection prevention standards and safety measures
• Use evidence-based tools, policies, procedures, and standards of care
• Engage in self-assessment, peer review, mandatory education, and competency assessments
• Participate in unit-based performance improvement activities and staff meetings
• Arrange and inventory sterile set-up for operations and pass items to the operating team
• Assist in preparing and moving patients and cleaning the OR

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) experience
• Graduate from an accredited Surgical Technologist program
• Graduation from an accredited STFA program and certification

Surgical Services Provided

• Cardiothoracic
• Colorectal
• daVinci Robotic surgery
• General
• Gynecological
• Neurosurgery
• Ophthalmology
• Orthopedic
• Otolaryngology
• Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery
• Vascular
• Urology

Location Highlights

Marshall offers a charming downtown with specialty stores and antique shops. Nearby attractions include the American Museum of Magic, FireKeepers Casino, and easy access to larger cities such as Kalamazoo, Grand Rapids, Lansing, and Ann Arbor.

Prior Travel Experience

No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.