Certified Surgical First Assist Position Available In Hillsborough, New Hampshire

Description Introduction Last year our HCA Healthcare colleagues invested over 156,000 hours volunteering in our communities. As a Certified Surgical First Assist with Catholic Medical Center you can be a part of an organization that is devoted to giving back! Benefits Catholic Medical Center, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include: Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service) Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships) Colleague recognition program Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence) Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income. Learn more about

Employee Benefits Note:

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Would you like to unlock your potential with a leading healthcare provider dedicated to the growth and development of our colleagues? Join the Catholic Medical Center family! We will give you the tools and resources you need to succeed in our organization. We are looking for an enthusiastic Certified Surgical First Assist to help us reach our goals. Unlock your potential! Job Summary and Qualifications

PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

: Under the general direction of the Clinical Director OR and/or Clinical Nurse Manager and in accordance with standards of care and practice established by the Nursing Organization, the specific department; the rules, regulations and/or standards established by the State Board of Nursing, the Joint Commission, Association of Operating Room Nurses (AORN) and appropriate specialty organizations relevant to the patient population under care, the incumbent performs the following functions: Es sential

Functions:

Certified First Assistant (CFA) Assists in moving and positioning patients for surgery. Assists the surgeon in draping of the patient. Retracts tissue and exposes the operating field area during the operative procedure. Clamps and ties vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry. Keeps the operative site dry. Affords the surgeon the best possible exposure of the anatomy incident to the operation. Assists the surgeon in identifying any structure which should not be ligated and keeps these structures from the moves of the surgeon. Assists in closure of the incision including tying off bleeders, applying sutures and wound dressing and performs any and all tasks required of him/her by the surgeon incident to the particular procedure. Practices correct operating room etiquette. Complies with all relevant statutes, regulations and institutional policies pertaining to the role of the first assistant. Applies principles of asepsis and infection control knowledgeably and skillfully. Recognizes potential emergency situations or surgical hazards and initiate preventative or corrective measures in a timely manner. Performs proficiently and calmly in all emergencies. Works effectively and in harmony as part of the operative team. Thorough understanding of appropriate instruments pertinent to the surgical case.

What qualifications you will need:

Basic Cardiac Life Support (CSFA) Certified Surgical First Assistant Shape the future of healthcare at Catholic Medical Center . Located in Manchester, NH, Catholic Medical Center is a 330-bed acute care hospital and Level III Trauma Center serving southern New Hampshire and northern Massachusetts. Home to the nationally recognized New England Heart & Vascular Institute and The Mom’s Place—an innovative birthing center that pioneered couplet care—we’re proud to lead in both advanced medicine and compassionate service. As part of HCA Healthcare’s statewide network of Catholic Medical Center in Manchester, Portsmouth Regional Hospital , Frisbie Memorial Hospital in Rochester hospitals , three freestanding ERs, and over 70 care sites, you’ll join nearly 5,000 colleagues across New Hampshire who are committed to excellence, collaboration, and making a difference every day. At Catholic Medical Center, your work has purpose—and your potential has no limits. HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies® by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses. “There is so much good to do in the world and so many different ways to do it.” – Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder Be a part of an organization that invests in you! We are reviewing applications for our Certified Surgical First Assist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your application and help us raise the bar in patient care! We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.