Surgical First Assistant - OB/GYN

At Revere Health, we believe there is a better path to healing and healthcare maintenance, and we’re working on this mission—one patient at a time. We’re a national leader in a movement called value-base care which aims to improve treatment outcomes and keep costs down. Our internal culture is one that promotes respect and consistently recognizes the impact that individual employees have on the mission of the organization.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and detail-oriented Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to support our surgical team within the Women’s Center. This role provides critical intraoperative assistance to surgeons, ensuring safe, efficient, and high-quality surgical procedures. The ideal candidate is experienced in perioperative care, maintains strict adherence to sterile technique, and thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Key Responsibilities

Prepare the operating room by ensuring all instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and functioning properly

Assist with patient positioning, surgical site preparation, and sterile draping

Maintain a sterile field and adhere to aseptic technique throughout procedures

Provide intraoperative assistance under the direction of the surgeon, including:

Tissue handling, retraction, suctioning, and exposure

Clamping, cutting, ligating, and suturing

Hemostasis and dissection assistance

Trocar placement and support in minimally invasive procedures

Assist with wound and fascial closure as directed by the surgeon

Apply dressings, drains, splints, and bandages post-procedure

Support perioperative patient care, including transfers and preparation for recovery

Utilize open, laparoscopic, and robotic surgical instrumentation within scope of practice

Communicate effectively with surgeons and perioperative team members to ensure smooth procedural flow

Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with organizational standards

Adhere to all regulatory, safety, infection control, HIPAA, and OSHA requirements

Participate in quality improvement initiatives, training, and departmental meetings

Perform additional duties as assigned within scope of practice

Qualifications

High school diploma or GED required

Associate degree in surgical technology or related field preferred

Current Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential (or equivalent, as required by state law)

Previous experience as a Surgical Technologist, Surgical First Assistant, or similar role preferred

Demonstrated competency in surgical assisting and perioperative practices

Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (or ability to obtain within required timeframe)

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques

Proficiency in sterile technique and surgical field maintenance

Skilled in tissue handling, suturing, retraction, and hemostasis

Ability to assist in open, minimally invasive, and robotic-assisted procedures

Excellent attention to detail and commitment to patient safety

Strong communication and teamwork skills in a high-pressure environment

Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and respond quickly during procedures

Sound judgment and ability to remain calm under pressure

Basic computer and clinical documentation proficiency

Physical Requirements

Ability to stand for extended periods during surgical procedures

Frequent bending, reaching, stooping, and manual dexterity required

Ability to lift and assist with patients, equipment, or supplies (up to 50 pounds, within safety guidelines)

Fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination for precise instrument handling

Visual acuity to observe the operative field and read monitors and documentation

Ability to hear and respond effectively to team communication and surgical environment cues