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Wellspan Health

Surgical First Assistant (Certified)- Operating Room

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A Nursing Assistant provides hospital and nursing home patients with basic care and assists them with daily activities. Helps patients with dressing, washing, and feeding. May perform basic medical care under the direction of a nurse or other medical professional. These roles typically require completion of a regional agency-approved training program in order to obtain a certification before practicing.

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WellSpan Health Keyword Location Search view all jobs Surgical First Assistant (Certified
  • Operating Room
  • PRN Gettysburg, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Job Identification 227514 Job Category Clinical Care Job Schedule Part time Job Shift Shift1
  • Day Locations 147 Gettys St, Gettysburg, PA, 17325, US Assignment Category PRN/Per Diem
FTE 0.001
Job Description PRN (As Needed) Call 1500
  • 0700 weekdays, 24 or 12 hour weekends General Summary Performs a variety of duties in the operative treatment of surgical patients.
Assists in positioning, skin preparation and draping of the patient. Provides hemostasis, wound exposure, handles tissue appropriately to reduce the potential for injury, sutures tissue, and applies dressings to the wound under the direction of the surgeon. Uses surgical instruments skillfully in ways consistent with their design and purpose. Performs other medical services as required within the scope of practice for a Certified Surgical Technologist.
Responsibilities Essential Functions:
Provides primary surgical assistance to the surgeon during the operative procedure. Assists in positioning, skin preparation, and draping of the patient. Provides hemostasis, wound exposure, handles tissue appropriately to reduce the potential for injury, sutures tissue, and applies dressings to the wound under the direction of the surgeon. Uses surgical instruments skillfully in ways consistent with their design and purpose. Assists in transporting the patient postoperatively. Communicates information to the post anesthesia care unit.
Common Expectations:
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span of the assigned patient population. Assesses and interprets patient age specific data and provides appropriate, age specific treatment. Provides direct patient care to assigned patient age group(s). Demonstrates a commitment to patient, visitor and staff by: complying with all applicable safety regulations; learning the impact of medical errors and methodology that will lead to reduction of errors; reporting actual and potential errors, as well as hazardous conditions; identifying opportunities to standardize processes and "error proof" systems that will lead to increased safety; and participating in safety education programs and root cause analyses as required. Maintains professional affiliations and enhances professional growth and development to keep abreast of latest trends in field of expertise. Participates in professional activities and medical education to maintain national certification. Provides outstanding service to all customers; fosters teamwork; and practices fiscal responsibility through improvement and innovation.
Qualifications Qualifications Minimum Education:
Certificate Program Post High School Vocational/Specialized Training.
Required Associates Degree Preferred Work Experience:
2 years As a Certified Surgical Technologist.
Required Licenses:
Certified Surgical Technologist Upon Hire Required or Certified Surgical First Assistant Upon Hire Required or Certified Surgical Assistant•
ABSA Upon Hire Required and Basic Life Support Upon Hire Required Courses and Training:
Successful completion of a Certified Surgical First Assistant program that includes a didactic and at least 140 documented procedures. Upon Hire Required Must qualify to be credentialed through medical staff services within 120 days
Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Demonstrates knowledge and skill in applying principles of asepsis and infection control. Demonstrates knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative technique relative to operative procedures wherein the CSFA assists. Demonstrates ability to recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate corrective action. Demonstrates ability to function effectively and harmoniously as a team member. Apply Now Active Filters Surgical First Assista... Gettysburg, PA Clear All Powered By Cookie Policy We use cookies to improve your experience on our site. To find out more, read our privacy policy Accept Cookies Decline Cookies