Surgical First Assist -OR

Up to $15,000 Sign On Bonus available. 

Do you want to be a valued member of a team who plays a critical role in providing excellent care to patients in a surgical/hospital setting? Are you someone who has the strong ability to work in groups, possess a calm nature and expect the unexpected? If so, consider joining our amazing team as a Full time Surgical Tech First Assist (Certified) in the OR at Willow Creek Women's Hospital!

Willow Creek Women’s Hospital is passionate about our community and the care we provide, which is why we’re a Gold Winner ‘Best Place to Have a Baby’ in Northwest Arkansas three years consecutively. Designated internationally as a ‘Baby Friendly Birth Facility’, we also offer a full scope of women’s services.

Key responsibilities:

*Provides direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures.

*Positioning and prepping patients prior to surgery, ensuring clear visibility for the surgeon by using instruments such as retractors and sponges, controlling bleeding, closing surgery sites using sutures or staples and properly dressing wounds.

*They also collaborate with doctors and other surgical team members to ensure proper post-operative care of patients.

* High School diploma or equivalent.  

*Graduate of a certified surgical technician program and a recognized first assistant training program.

*Minimum of one year experience as a surgical tech is required.

About Northwest Health

Northwest Arkansas is one of the fastest growing and most dynamic regions in America—a perfect blend of urban sophistication and small town charm.  If you aren’t local and haven’t already discovered this, check out www.northwestarkansas.org to see why NWA keeps winning awards as a best place to live.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer (M/F/M/V) and welcome you to apply. 

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