Certified Surgical Tech First Assist - Operating Room

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift

Description: Position Summary: The Certified Surgical Assistant works during the pre-operative and post-operative phases under the supervision of the staff RN assigned to their given room and to the Charge RN and Patient Care Manager. The Certified Surgical Assistant works during the intra-operative, first assisting phase under the direct supervision and guidance of the surgeon. The role of the Certified Surgical Assistant is to provide skilled, competent, forward-looking, assistance to the surgeon and the surgical team throughout the surgical course. It is understood that this does not allow for any independent performance of a surgical procedure. Any surgical activities will only be performed as delegated tasks under the direct and immediate supervision of the responsible surgeon. Part Time Certified Surgical Tech First Assist

Position Requirements:

• Surgical Asst. Cert.
• BLS - issued by the American Heart Association
• Fingerprint Clearance
• Child Abuse History Clearance

Job Specific Competencies:

• Under surgeon supervision is able to apply casts and splints, maintain proper exposure of the surgical field, clam and ligate blood vessels, utilize appropriate manual and digital pressure to wounds or bleeding vessels. Helps in the selection and placement of x-rays for reference and applies clips.

• Functions independently in the area of wound packing, patient positioning, prepping and draping patient, hair removal with clippers, verifying patient allergies, room turnover and cleaning.

• Demonstrates aseptic technique properly

• Perform all forms of retraction under surgeon supervision.

• Assists with laparoscopic procedures

• Assists and anticipates needs of surgeon

• Injects local anesthetic

• Inserts Foley catheter

• Works as scrub technician when needed

• Recognizes and responds to adverse reactions

• Maintains a therapeutic relationship with patients and family while providing care in a high stress environment with multiple priorities

• Cares for and maintains dignity of deceased patients (post mortem, medical examiner/autopsy)

• Collects data from schedule and utilizes surgeon’s preference cards for choice of materials necessary to carry out assignments

• Maintains stock of OR room

• Demonstrates consistent communication with charge RN

• Utilizes available data to initiate and update physician’s preference cards

• Acts as a resource to other members of the surgical team

• Demonstrates the ability to respond quickly and efficiently in emergency situations

• Recognizes changes in patient condition & responds appropriately

• Re-prioritizes responsibilities during emergency situation in concert with Peri-operative team

• Recognizes and reports signs of intra-operative complications and emergencies to circulating nurse

• Initiates appropriate action if surgeon becomes incapacitated

• Maintains hemostasis

• Other duties as assigned.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.