Memorial Hermann Surgical Hospital First Colony is seeking a highly skilled Surgical First Assist to join our team in Sugar Land, Tx.  We are looking for a dedicated professional with OR experience and one of the following credentials: RNFA/PA/NP/LSA/CSFA (with ability to get LSA).  As a Surgical First Assist, you will play a critical role in the success of our surgical procedures.  This position is exclusively OR-based, with no clinic or rounding responsibilities. 

Responsibilities:

• Surgical First Assist: Primary function is to provide first assist support during surgical procedures. 
• Pre-operative Coordination: Confirm cases, meet patients, explain procedures, obtain necessary documentation, and coordinate with OR staff.
• Intraoperative Support: Assist with patient positioning, maintain sterile field, anticipate surgeon needs, and collaborate with OR team. 
• Skill Expansion: Demonstrate willingness to learn new surgical specialties and expand skill set. 

Qualifications

Education/Training:

• Must have one of the following credentials: RNFA/PA/NP/LSA/CSA

Physical Requirements:

Able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodations, including but not limited to:

• Ability to lift, sit, stand, or squat
• Consistently seeing, hearing, and speaking
• Frequent lifting to 20+ lbs. in addition to bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling. 

Preferred Skills:

• Strong interpersonal skills with ability to adapt to different personalities and needs. 
• Customer service-oriented mindset.
• Able to function independently, autonomously, and confidently. 

Requirements:

• Must have at least 2 years of surgical assisting experience.
• Must have experience assisting in spine, General Surgery, and orthopedics.