SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 21, 2025

The CSFA is not just a passive participant in the operating room; they are an active collaborator who anticipates the surgeons needs, manages surgical instruments, and assists with critical tasks such as suturing, tissue manipulation, and hemostasis (control of bleeding). Assisting with patient positioning and sterile draping.

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SpecialtyCare

JANUARY 30, 2025

Certification and Training A certified surgical first assist must have completed an accredited training program and passed relevant certification exams. Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) Offered by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA).

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SpecialtyCare

FEBRUARY 2, 2025

Strong Communication and Teamwork Skills Surgery is a team effort , and as such OR’s should try to hire a Surgical First Assistant that is an effective communicator and works seamlessly with the surgeon, nurses, anesthesiologists, and other OR personnel. What Makes a Strong SFA in the OR?

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