Valley Health·Winchester, Virginia
Facilitate safe and effective invasive surgical procedures under the supervision of a surgeon. Ensure the operating room environment is safe and equipment functions properly to maximize patient safety.
Department SURGICAL SERVICES - 206210 Worker Sub Type Regular Work Shift Pay Range $34.37 - $51.55
The Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) is an allied health professional who works under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate the safe and effective conduct of invasive surgical procedures, ensuring that the operating room environment is safe, that equipment functions properly, and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety. They possess expertise in the theory and application of sterile and aseptic technique and combine the knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and implementation tools and technologies to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures.
Education Graduate of an accredited surgical technology course or certified surgical assistant
Experience Five years CST experience required (10,400 hours) or evidence of two years of experience functioning in a first assist role
Certification & Licensures If working in Virginia, Virginia State license required prior to the start of employment.
Certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required.
Certified by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) or the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) Completion of approved first assistant program or completion of an approved program within 24 months of hire date required.
All Certified Surgical First Assistants must be credentialed to work at the hospital where their work is performed.
BLS Certification (Basic Life Support) - American Heart ‘Healthcare Provider’ (HCP) - AHA approved required.
New hires must have American Heart Association (AHA) appropriate certification prior to completion of orientation.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span, possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed in order to provide care for the age group of patients served. Demonstrates ability to provide exposure, hemostasis and other technical functions that help the surgeon carryout a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Demonstrates ability to perform diversified roles, services or functions.
At Valley Health, we believe everyone is a caregiver, and our goal is to create an environment where our caregivers thrive physically, financially, and emotionally. In addition to a competitive salary, our most popular benefits for full-time employees include: A Zero-Deductible Health Plan Dental and vision insurance Generous Paid Time Off Tuition Assistance Retirement Savings Match A Robust Employee Assistance Program to help with many aspects of emotional wellbeing Membership to Healthy U: An Incentive-Based Wellness Program Valley Health also offers a health savings account & flexible spending account for childcare, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability, and professional development. In addition, several perks come with working for the largest employer in the region, such as discounts to on-campus dining, and more. To see the full scale of what we offer, visit valleyhealthbenefits.com.
Requires graduation from an accredited surgical technology course and certification from NBSTSA, NSAA, or ABSA. Must have five years of CST experience or two years of first assist experience, along with BLS certification.
Market context
In Virginia, Certified First Assistant openings are typically driven by hospital and surgical center staffing needs, so employers often look for candidates who can step into the OR with limited ramp-up. This role is competitive because it requires accredited surgical technology training, CST or first-assist experience, and current BLS, while the listed benefits include health coverage, PTO, and tuition assistance. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to save time, then confirm your certification pathway and operating-room experience before applying.