Here’s what it takes to become a successful Surgical First Assist:

• Three years of experience as a certified Surgical Technologist
• Must be able to execute responsibility toward expectations of the program regarding attendance, assignments and recordkeeping.
• Possess the ability to multitask efficiently.
• Have the endurance to be able to stand an entire shift if needed.
• Must have good manual dexterity showing the ability to work efficiently with their hands.
• A strong commitment to patient safety.
• Have the ability to put the needs of someone else before themselves (put the patient first in all situations).
• Attention to detail.
• Good communication skills (ability to understand and follow written and verbal instructions and can verbally communicate well with the supervisor and fellow workers).
• Must be able to make good decisions based on the use of good logic and analytical skills.
• Understands problem sensitivity (ability to tell when something is wrong or is likely to go wrong).
• Is willing and able to function as a member of a team.