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PRN Certified Surgical First Assist

United Surgical Partners International, Inc, Richmond, VA, United States


Overview
Job ID

87836-147

Date posted

04/17/2026

PRN Certified Surgical First Assist - No weekends, no holidays, no call required!

At St. Mary's ASC, we pride ourselves on innovation and excellence in patient care. We are seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant who will bring their experience to the surgical team. Our mission is to deliver exceptional care in a patient-focused environment, and experience and dedication are vital components of achieving that goal.

Position Overview
As a CSFA, you will play a distinctive role in our surgical team. In addition to your technical skills, we expect you to bring a unique creative perspective to the operating room. Your role goes beyond traditional surgical assisting to introduce solutions and experience to enhance patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Provide traditional surgical assistance, including retracting, suturing, and maintaining a sterile field.

Collaborate with surgeons to develop creative solutions to complex surgical challenges.

Apply techniques to enhance surgical procedures.

Contribute innovative ideas to improve patient care, safety, and outcomes.

Stay current with the latest surgical advancements and creative approaches in healthcare.

Inspire and mentor colleagues by sharing creative insights and techniques.

Adhere to strict infection control, safety, and quality assurance standards.

Provide operating room support to physicians and surgeons, including assisting during procedures and passing required instruments.

Comply with all HIPAA rules and regulations.

Communicate effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, office staff, patients, and employees; maintain privacy and confidentiality per policy.

Comply with Policies & Procedures and safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.

Serve as a resource to other members of the health care team.

Who We Are
At USPI, we create relationships that create better care. We partner with physicians and healthcare systems to provide first-class ambulatory solutions. We are committed to providing surgical services efficiently and with clinical excellence. USPI is committed to an inclusive culture that respects differences and supports the contributions of each individual. A diverse workforce and an inclusive culture strengthen USPI and help meet the needs of our diverse patient and physician population.

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Required Skills

Minimum HS Diploma required

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) required

Current BLS certification

Ortho experience preferred

Proven experience as a Surgical Assistant, with a creative portfolio of surgical accomplishments

Strong technical skills in surgical procedures and instrumentation

Exceptional artistic and creative abilities, with a track record of applying creativity to healthcare

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside the box

Outstanding communication and collaboration skills

A passion for innovation and a commitment to patient-centered care

Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic surgical environment

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