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Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant | CVOR FA

Logan Health·Kalispell, Montana

$32 - $52/hr·Full Time·On Site·Remote friendly
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2-5 yrs
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About the role

The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant will collaborate with a surgical team to assist in life-saving procedures and manage preoperative patient care. They will provide surgical exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure during cardiovascular surgeries.

At Logan Health, we're more than just a healthcare provider – we’re a community.

Nestled in the heart of Montana, we are committed to delivering exceptional care to our patients while fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment for our team.

As a member of Logan Health, you'll be part of a dynamic team that values compassion, innovation, and excellence.

We offer opportunities for growth, comprehensive benefits, and a chance to make a meaningful impact in the lives of those we serve.

Come join us and experience the Logan Health difference, where your passion meets purpose in a place, you’ll be proud to call home.

Our Mission

Quality, compassionate care for all.

Our Vision

Reimagine health care through connection, service and innovation.

Our Core Values

Be Kind | Trust and Be Trusted | Work Together | Strive for Excellence.

New higher wages!

$32.25 - $52.15 (depending on experience)

Relocation & Sign-On Bonus

May be available on a case-by-case basis for qualified candidates.

Join our team as a certified surgical technologist first assistant!

Location

  • Logan Health Medical Center –
  • Kalispell,
  • Montana
  • Schedule: Day Shift - 10 hours | Full-Time

What You’ll Do

Collaborate with a skilled surgical team and assist surgeons in performing life-saving procedures.

Utilize your expertise to provide precise surgical exposure, hemostasis, and wound closure.

Play a critical role in preoperative patient management, working closely with healthcare providers to deliver top-tier patient care.

Showcase your proficiency in multiple service lines, bringing your experience to challenging, high-stakes cardiovascular surgeries.

What We’re Looking For

Graduates of approved Surgical Technologist programs or military training with First Assist certification.

Surgical Technologists with a minimum of two years of scrub tech first assist experience and proficiency in CVOR procedures.

Team players with excellent communication, critical thinking, and organizational skills.

Why Logan Health? At Logan Health, you’ll be part of a dedicated team transforming cardiovascular care in a supportive, dynamic environment. With state-of-the-art facilities, competitive pay, and a commitment to your professional growth, this is the perfect place to take your career to the next level.

Apply Today

If you're passionate about cardiovascular surgery and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, apply to be a part of our mission to provide exceptional care at Logan Health!

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Qualifications

  • Graduate of an approved school of Operating Room Technicians or military trained required.
  • Certification by the Association of Surgical Technologist (AST) or National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) required.
  • Graduate of a First Assistant (FA) program required.
  • Minimum of two (2) years’ scrub and/or first assistant experience required. Proficient in multiple service lines required. Must possess CVOR first assist experience in CABG, TAVR and Valves.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the ability to communicate effectively with various audiences.
  • Excellent organizational skills, detail-oriented, a self-starter, possess critical thinking skills and be able to set priorities and function as part of a team as well as independently.
  • Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations with tact, professionalism, and diplomacy.
  • Possess strong customer service skills and ability to multi-task in an ever changing workload environment.
  • Commitment to working in a team environment and maintaining confidentiality as needed.

Job Specific Duties

  • Participates and actively assists the surgeon in the performance of surgical procedures.
  • Assists with preoperative patient management in collaboration with health care providers. Performs preoperative evaluation and focused nursing assessments. Works in collaboration with other health care providers regarding the patient plan of care.
  • Provides surgical exposure accurately and appropriately for specific surgical procedures.
  • Provides hemostasis accurately and appropriately for specific surgical procedures.
  • Performs skills involving bone (i.e. drills, pins, saw) in orthopedics as directed by the surgeon.
  • Provides wound closure. To include, but may not be limited to; knot tying, wound approximation, subcuticular closure, skin closure, securing drains.
  • Assists at the end of the procedure by stabilizing the drain with suture appropriately.
  • Exhibits a commitment to professionalism while undertaking and completing all departmental competencies. Adheres to organizational policies and procedures and regulatory requirements and professional practice standards for the position.
  • Proficiently assists in CABG, TAVR, and Valves.
  • The above essential functions are representative of major duties of positions in this job classification. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary based upon departmental needs. Other duties may be assigned similar to the above consistent with knowledge, skills and abilities required for the job. Not all of the duties may be assigned to a position.

Maintains regular and consistent attendance as scheduled by department leadership.

Shift

Day Shift - 10 Hours (United States of America)

Location

  • Logan Health Medical Center –
  • Kalispell,
  • Montana
  • Schedule: Day Shift - 10 hours | Full-Time

Logan Health operates 24 hours per day, seven days per week. Schedules are set to accommodate the requirements of the position and the needs of the organization and may be adjusted as needed.

Notice of Pre-Employment Screening Requirements

  • If you receive a job offer, please note all offers are contingent upon passing a pre-employment screening, which includes:
  • Criminal background check
  • Reference checks
  • Drug Screening
  • Health and Immunizations Screening
  • Physical Demand Review/Screening

Equal Opportunity Employer

Logan Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE/AA/M-F/Vet/Disability). We encourage all qualified individuals to apply for employment. We do not discriminate against any applicant or employee based on protected veteran status, race, color, gender, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, disability or any other basis protected by applicable law. If you require accommodation to complete the application, testing or interview process, please notify Human Resources.

Benefits

  • Sign-On Bonus
  • Comprehensive Benefits
  • Relocation Bonus
  • Opportunities for Growth

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
2-5 yrs
Salary
$32 - $52/hr
Location
Kalispell, Montana
Posted
May 25, 2026
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Hiring organization

Logan Health

Founded in 1910, Logan Health has provided exceptional care for more than 100 years to the communities it serves. While the main medical campus is located in Flathead County, Logan Health draws from a total service area covering 13 counties, nearly 40,000 square miles, and a...

Salary listed on 14 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size1,001-5,000 employees
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