Jobs Companies Reno Orthopedic Center Surgical First Assist

About this Surgical First Assist role at Reno Orthopedic Center

Reno Orthopedic Center · Reno, Nevada, United States

Do you have a fascination with surgery? Love the hustle and bustle of the operating room? Love problem solving and knowing advanced technical skills? Join ROC as a First Assist! We'd love to show you what it's like to work here. If selected for an interview, you'll see the surgery center and our people in action. This position will remain posted until filled.

You would be in the operating room as the surgeons are operating, providing help as needed. We want our patients to get back to moving the way they want to be moving, and the surgery is a major part of that! You would play a role in improving their lives each day. Develop strong relationships with our surgeons and medical providers and find your people here at ROC.

ROC is expanding with two more operating suites opening in 2025. Join our team to be part of the growth and excitement!

What would you do as a First Assist?

You can expect to regularly:

  • Set up surgical instruments, supplies and equipment according to the procedure and surgeon preferences. 
  • Prepare the surgical suite for operation, including supporting the surgeon with instruments and supplies, assist with positioning the patient for surgery properly and turning over the rooms after the patient returns to recovery.
  • Work with the surgeon to help as needed, including preparing surgical grafts, performing closure of incisions, and applying various wound dressings or splints.
  • Count sponges, needles and instruments before and after surgery.  

Requirements

  • Certifications/Education
    • Active certification of Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting;
  • Knowledge of:
    • Proper patient positioning and safety;
    • Surgical procedures and required equipment/instruments;
  • Experience:
    • Communicating professionally with all levels of staff and providers.

Preferred Qualifications - How can you set yourself apart from other applicants? (if app.)

  • Related experience.

Travel: May require travel to and from other locations based on manager and surgeon discretion.

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Benefits

Check out our home page by clicking on “View all jobs” to explore the many benefits ROC provides to employees, from medical insurance to paid time off and beyond! This position is eligible for full-time benefits and would work a 40-hour per week schedule.

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About Reno Orthopedic Center

Reno Orthopedic Center (ROC) strives to transform musculoskeletal healthcare in our region, and we want you to join us so we can achieve our vision together. Our guiding principles of respect, optimism and compassion drive our decisions and actions. With the region's leading healthcare providers and staff, we are committed to providing excellent orthopedic care for our patients through a one-stop, seamless approach.

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