Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA)

Job overview

The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA) is an onsite role based in Saint Louis, MO, providing surgical assistance at Mercy Hospital St. Louis. Compensation is not specified for this position, which supports a Level I Trauma and Burn Center. This role exists to function as an integral member of the perioperative team, providing skilled surgical assistance during operative and invasive procedures. The CSTFA supports surgical procedures by maintaining a sterile environment, assisting with tissue exposure, hemostasis, wound closure, and other first-assist responsibilities.

What you'll do

• Serves as surgical first assistant
• assists with patient positioning and draping
• provides hemostasis
• utilizes retractors and suction
• assists with tissue handling and closure
• maintains sterile technique
• participates in trauma activations.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

day shift

saint louis mo

mercy

surgical technologist

cstfa

trauma center

operating room

no on-call

no weekends

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Medical, dental, vision, paid time off, tuition support, matched retirement plans.

Why this role

Level I Trauma and Burn Center.

About the employer

Mercy is hiring for this role. Industry: General Medical and Surgical Hospitals. Sector: 62.