Providence is offering a $10,000 Hiring Bonus for eligible external candidates who meet all conditions for payment - this is in addition to the fantastic benefits and compensation package offered by Providence that begin on your first day of employment!

 

Certified Surgical First Assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations.

Providence caregivers are not simply valued – they’re invaluable. Join our team at Providence St. Joseph Medical Center of patient-focused, whole-person care built on understanding, commitment, and mutual respect. Your voice matters here, because we know that to inspire and retain the best people, we must empower them.

Required Qualifications:

Coursework/Training Successful completion for an accredited surgical technologist program. Upon hire: National Certified Surgical First Assistant - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting  Upon hire: National Provider BLS - American Heart Association  1 year Operating room experience as a Certified Surgical Technician.

Preferred Qualifications:

2 years Operating room experience as a Certified Surgical Technician. Demonstrated performance of 15 laparoscopic or thorascopic procedures in the past 24 months including documentation of competency. Demonstrated performance of first-assisting on 50 abdominal/pelvic or thoracic cases, including documentation of competency.
 

Why Join Providence? 

Our best-in-class benefits are uniquely designed to support you and your family in staying well, growing professionally, and achieving financial security. We take care of you, so you can focus on delivering our Mission of caring for everyone, especially the most vulnerable in our communities.