Surgical Assistant - Per Diem Surgery Center

Role will be surgical assisting and surgical teching as needed. Per Diem dayshift Monday - Friday between 0600-1730. No weekends, holidays, or on call.

Responsibilities

Participates in the preparatory steps of surgery; assists operating team in gathering supplies, opening room for cases, assists in lifting, transferring, positioning, preparing and draping the patient; Anticipates and responds to the needs of the Surgeon, ensuring all required supplies are available for procedures prior to incision; Provides for a clean, safe and efficient area conducive to optimal patient care; utilizes aseptic surgical techniques in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment; Ensures the environmental disinfection, safety and efficiency of the operating room, including setting up the room, moving/operating equipment, checking working condition, and reporting equipment/supply problems; Acts as a resource and assists in the training of Surgical Technologists and new Surgical Assistants; participates in department and facility work teams and special projects; May perform specific validated competencies and surgical activities under direct or general supervision of the surgeon, including wound closure, patient positioning/prep, tourniquet application, securing drains, dressing/cast/immobilizer application, and safe transfer; Provides competency confirmed by a sponsoring surgeon and submits documentation to the medical executive committee every two years; Must demonstrate knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served.

Requirements

Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA); Surgical Technologist (CST) certification issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Surgical First Assist (CSFA) certification issued by NBSTSA needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) issued by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) needs to be obtained within 12 months unless department leader has determined it is not required; Advanced training beyond High School that includes the completion of an accredited or approved program in Surgical Technology; Typically requires 3 years of experience in a Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant position; Advanced knowledge and skill in major operative surgical specialties performed; Advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and potential complications for procedures performed; Demonstrated ability to remove skin staples and wound drains; Advanced knowledge and skill of aseptic surgical techniques used in the preparation of materials, supplies and equipment for various surgical procedures and suturing; Demonstrated ability to anticipate and recognize Physician's needs and changes that requires unplanned or unanticipated interventions, and responds appropriately; Remain current with ongoing computer based learning modules as assigned; Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills; Basic computer proficiency; Team members will maintain annual educational requirements for hospital based certifications (e.g. DNV, CARF or others); Must be able to withstand a very stressful and fast-paced environment; Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs. from floor to waist; lift up to 20 lbs. over the head; carry up to 40 lbs. a reasonable distance; push/pull with 30 lbs. of force; perform a sliding transfer of 150 lbs. with a second person present; required to use foot pedals on carts or machines; exposed to mechanical, electrical, chemical, radiation, blood and body fluids hazards on a continuous basis; must have functional sight and hearing; required to wear masks, gloves, goggles, and gowns

Benefits

Paid Time Off programs; Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability; Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses; Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave; Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs; Educational Assistance Program