Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA) - OR - Full Time (11am-9:30pm)

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Mercy Hospital Washington Until 9/19/2026 First posted April 2, 2026 Last posted July 21, 2026
Job description

Find your calling at Mercy!

Performs the primary function of a Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room. Maintains accountability for the provision of surgical instruments to the surgical team. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy Service Standards.

Position Details:

Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA) | Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA)

Mercy Hospital Washington – Washington, Missouri

📍 Location: Washington, MO
🏥 Department: Operating Room (OR) / Surgical Services
🕒 Schedule: Full-Time, 40 Hours Weekly - 4 days/10 hours
🌞 Shift: 11am-9:30pm + Limited Call Rotation Requirements

Mercy Hospital Washington is seeking an experienced Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) to join our Operating Room team. This full-time surgical services role provides advanced intraoperative support for surgeons and plays a critical role in patient safety, surgical efficiency, and positive patient outcomes.

If you are a skilled Surgical Technologist, Scrub Tech, Operating Room Technologist, or Surgical Assistant with first assist experience, we invite you to explore this rewarding opportunity with Mercy.

Why Join Mercy?

As a Surgical Technologist First Assist at Mercy Hospital Washington, you'll work alongside highly skilled surgeons, registered nurses, anesthesia providers, and perioperative professionals in a collaborative operating room environment committed to excellence and compassionate care.

Benefits Include:

  • Day-One Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

  • Free Employee Parking

  • Employer-Matched Retirement Plan

  • Generous PTO and Paid Vacation

  • Shift Differentials

  • Education Assistance

  • $2,000 Annual Tuition Reimbursement

  • Career Advancement and Professional Development Opportunities

Position Summary

The Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA) functions as an advanced surgical team member who provides direct assistance to surgeons before, during, and after surgical procedures. The STFA collaborates with surgeons and operating room staff to ensure safe, efficient, and effective patient care throughout the perioperative process.

This role combines traditional Surgical Technologist responsibilities with advanced first-assist duties including:

  • Surgical exposure

  • Hemostasis

  • Wound closure

  • Tissue handling

  • Instrumentation management

  • Surgical site preparation

  • Intraoperative assistance

The Surgical Technologist First Assist helps maintain sterile technique, supports infection prevention practices, and contributes to optimal surgical outcomes.

Why Mercy?

From day one, Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, tuition support, and matched retirement plans for team members working 32+ hours per pay period.

Join a caring, collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy, you'll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation, technology, and compassion. As we grow, you'll grow with us.

About this role

Summary

Provides intraoperative support, assists surgeons, maintains sterile techniques, ensures patient safety in surgery

Job title

Surgical Technologist First Assist (STFA)

Experience level

experienced

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Washington, MO; no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

surgical assistancesterile techniqueinstrumentation management

Preferred skills

certification in surgical first assistperioperative care

Specializations

surgical assistanceoperative careinstrumentationhemostasiswound closure
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Moses Lake, WA 98837, USA

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