Certified Surgical Assistant - CSA

Why Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans ( - to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic.

Benefits Highlights

• Medical: Multiple plan options.

• Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.

• Vision: Affordable plan with national network.

• Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.

• Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.

Responsibilities

The Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA):

• first assists the surgeon/physician in the performance of surgical procedures.

• has an understanding of human surgical anatomy; has developed surgical skills such as suturing, the proper use of surgical instrumentation, and proper positioning of surgical patients.

• possesses a working knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique, and perioperative policies and procedural guidelines.

• must have knowledge of surgical procedures and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.

• will work in a multi-specialty perioperative setting.

Qualifications

Graduate of a Surgical Assistant program or equivalent surgical assistant training.

Relevant operating room experience or training within the past 3 years is preferred.

Licensure/Certification:

Current certification as Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) with the National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) with National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Maintains current Basic Life Support for Health Care Providers from one of the following programs: American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Exemption Status

Nonexempt

Compensation Detail

$37.95 -$56.95 / hour

Benefits Eligible

Yes

Schedule

Full Time

Hours/Pay Period

64

Schedule Details

Varied weekday shifts. On call rotation. Will be required to cross-cover to other locations in Minnesota if needed.

Weekend Schedule

Weekend and holiday on call rotation.

International Assignment

No

Site Description

Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. (

Equal Opportunity

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law" ( . Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify ( and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Recruiter

Elizabeth Brownewell

Equal opportunity

As an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer Mayo Clinic is committed to creating an inclusive environment that values the diversity of its employees and does not discriminate against any employee or candidate. Women, minorities, veterans, people from the LGBTQ communities and people with disabilities are strongly encouraged to apply to join our teams. Reasonable accommodations to access job openings or to apply for a job are available.