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Surgical First Assistant Lead - Colorectal Christus Health United States, Louisiana, Alexandria 3311 Prescott Road (Show on map) Aug 07, 2026

Description Summary:

The Team Lead is a responsible member of the OR Leadership team who uses available resources to meet physician and customer needs. Role reflects a balance between management and clinical practice. Works with OR Supervisor/Director to promote a team environment and maintains good communication with Director, Supervisor, Surgeons and Staff.

Responsibilities:

Meets expectations of the applicable One

CHRISTUS

Competencies:

Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders. Under the direction of the Peri-op Services Director/OR RN Lead/Charge Nurse, performs all processes that relate to the delivery of direct patient care and assistance care in the OR prior, during and after any surgical procedure. As the lead First Assist for a service line, provides leadership, education, direction, support and facilitation for improving operational efficiencies within specific service. Includes care preparation, surgeon preferences, instrumentation, turn-over times and inventory management. Daily collaboration with OR RN Lead. Is a mentor/coach for orientees within that service line.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills High School graduate or equivalent required Graduation from accredited Surgical First Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or School of Surgical Technology required Experience 2 years of Surgical Tech experience required Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications BLS required Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant required ACLS preferred

Work Schedule:

8AM - 5

PM Monday-Friday Work Type:

Full Time