Winona Health·Winona, Minnesota
The Surgical Assistant provides first assistant duties under physician direction during the intra-operative phase in the Operating Room. Responsibilities include wound closure, suturing, maintaining aseptic technique, and ensuring safe patient positioning.
*$15,000 Sign-On Bonus Certified Surgical Assistant (CSFA) Operating Room 0.80 - 0.90 FTE, 64 - 72 Hours a Pay Period Days, Hours between 6:30 am - 3 pm or 8 am - 4:30 pm (Late Stay Requirement) Weekends: Weekend Call Rotation Holidays: Holiday Call Rotation
The Surgical Assistant provides specified services in the Operating Room and other patient care areas under the direction of the physician.
This position must conform to both Surgery Department and Winona Health Policies and Procedures.
This position functions on the surgical team and helps provide the best possible care to the patient during the intra-operative phase.
The Surgical Assistant is knowledgeable and experienced with the principles of aseptic technique and demonstrates integrity in aseptic practice.
They communicate with the physician and nursing staff in a clear and concise manner.
They function effectively as a member of the surgical team by performing delegated assignments, demonstrating flexibility to adapt to sudden changes, and by exhibiting qualities of dependability.
The Surgical Assistant attends staff meetings and all mandatory in-services.
The Surgical Assistant is credentialed and provides First Assistant duties under the direction of a physician.
These duties may include but are not limited to: suture and staple removal, cast applications, repair and removal of drains, sterile dressing application/dressing change, intra-operative wound retracting, clamp/ligate/cauterization of vessels, wound closure, suturing, or stapling.
Supervisory Responsibilities: No direct reports
At Winona Health, we are dedicated to offering a comprehensive and affordable benefits package for our employees and their families. While benefits may vary based on employment classification and job status, the following key benefits are available:
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It is the policy of Winona Health to work with employees in an equitable fashion regarding promotions, transfers, and position reclassifications.
Any employee wishing to apply for another available position at Winona Health must submit an application for consideration through the internal application portal.
Employees requesting to change positions should have successfully completed at least six (6) months in their current position.
Employees currently in the formal disciplinary process may be required to meet with the Director of Human Resources to determine eligibility to request transfer.
The employee’s past performance, experience, training and qualifications will be considered in transfer/hiring decisions.
Consideration for transfer or promotion is not a guarantee of transfer or promotion.
Employees may be given a chance to interview for a position when they meet the minimum position qualifications.
Winona Health is an equal opportunity employer. Winona Health does not refuse to hire, discharge, or discriminate against a person with respect to tenure, compensation, terms, upgrading, conditions, facilities, or privileges of employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, age, national origin, marital status, genetic information, status with regard to public assistance, membership in a local discrimination commission, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other prohibited basis of discrimination under applicable local, state, or federal law. Winona Health does not tolerate retaliation against any employee, patient/resident, physician, or other individuals pursuing concerns regarding Civil Rights issues. Winona Health adheres to ALL pertinent governmental policies and legislation including the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII, as amended, and the Minnesota Human Rights Act.
Candidates must be a graduate of an accredited School of Surgical First Assisting and hold CSFA certification from the National Board of Surgical Technology. BLS certification and basic computer proficiency in Cerner and Microsoft Office are also required.
Market context
Physician roles in Minnesota are typically driven by steady demand in primary care and community health settings, especially where access and continuity of care matter. These positions are competitive because employers often look for an accredited MD or DO, relevant experience, active Minnesota or North Dakota licensure, DEA registration, and BLS certification. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your license status and community health experience before applying.
