Surgical 1st Assistant - Operating Room, Open Heart (CVOR)

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Current Saint Francis Colleagues - Please click HERE to login and apply. JOB SUMMARY The first assistant practices in collaboration with and at the direction of the surgeon during the intra-operative phase of the peri-operative experience and overall direction of the Assistant Manager, OR Manager, Director of Surgical Services and Vice President of Patient Care Services. Performs a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. JOB DETAILS AND REQUIREMENTS Up to $20,000 Sign-on bonus!* Type: Full Time (80 hours per 2 week pay period, with benefits) Typical Hours: Day shift, 8 hours/shift, on call rotation (nights, weekends, holidays) Certification & Licensure Requirements: The First Assistant will possess one of the following credentials - - Certified Surgical Technician and certification as a Surgical First Assistant - RNFA - Physician Assistant and certification as a Surgical Assistant - Advanced Practice Registered Nurse and certification as a Surgical Assistant *Sign-on bonus subject to eligibility ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Why Work at Saint Francis? Saint Francis Healthcare System began in 1875 when three courageous Franciscan Sisters answered a call to care for those in need. What started as a 12‑bed hospital has grown into the region's leading healthcare system-recognized nationally for exceptional quality, safety, and patient experience. Today, Saint Francis serves more than 715,000 people across five states. With a 306‑bed Medical Center , nearly 3,000 team members , and over 300 providers , Saint Francis is not only the largest healthcare system between St. Louis and Memphis-it's a powerful economic anchor for the communities it serves. You'll find more than 50 specialties , the region's only Level III Emergency and Trauma Center , and southeast Missouri's first Level III NICU . The system's employed physician group, Saint Francis Medical Partners, supports more than 40 outreach clinics and 70% of the area's primary care providers. A Mission That Matters At Saint Francis, you're not just doing a job - you're part of a Catholic healing ministry rooted in compassion, dignity, and service. Every action is inspired by a commitment to honor human life and care for every person who walks through the doors. Mission To provide a ministry of healing, wellness, quality, and love inspired by our faith in Jesus Christ. Vision To be a leading Catholic healthcare system that celebrates and protects the gift of life by providing exceptional patient outcomes in quality, safety, access and value. Values You Can Feel Every Day Integrity: Doing what's right, even when no one is watching Stewardship: Managing resources wisely for the future Faith: Believing in a purpose greater than ourselves Hope: Lifting up those who feel discouraged Joy: Serving others with a grateful, happy heart Compassion: Seeing others through Christ's eyes Excellence: Always striving to be the best Dignity: Respecting human life from beginning to end If You're Looking to Make a True Impact... Saint Francis offers a workplace where your work has purpose, your team feels like family, and your contributions support a mission that has been changing lives for more than 150 years.

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