Duties: Position Summary:The Certified Surgical Assistant functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the assistant to the surgeon. Also functions when required as the first or second surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN). Essential Functions:Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment.Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills judgment and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.Maintains a safe environment for patients coworkers and self. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures.Applies knowledge of normal and pathologic anatomy and physiology.Performs scrubbing duties as needed.Performs preceptor duties.Charges for equipment and supplies.Assists in room turnover.Assists with supply ordering inventory control and supply chain management as necessary.Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays instrumentation and supplies are ready for each procedure.Participates in Quality Assessment / Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committees as needed. Department Specific Job Functions:Assist with supplies equipment and positioning of patient for procedures.Knowledgeable of closure techniques and can perform closure of all layers of skin.Scrubbing duties to include classes for Medical Students Residents and other students.Knowledgeable of assisting surgeons during procedure i.e. suctioning tying camera holding retracting etc.We are looking for candidates to help primarily with Orthopedic surgeries.
Skills: Required Skills & Experience: N/A Preferred Skills & Experience: N/A
Education: Required Education:Associates Degree in Surgical Technology. Preferred Education: N/A Required Certifications & Licensure: BLS.Certification in Surgical Technology (NBSTSA).OR Certified Surgical Assistant. Preferred Certifications & Licensure:N/A
Schedule Notes: DAYS: 7:00AM5:00PM; on call 3 to 4 shifts / month (20WEEKS)
Required Skills: BLS (CPR)SURGICAL ASSISTORTHO EXPERIENCE REQUIREDNBSTSA CERTIFIED
Minimum Degree Required: Associates Degree (Community College MBO)
Hours Per Day: 10.00
Hours Per Week: 40.00
Languages: English( Speak Read Write )
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Job Category: ClinicalAllied