Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Surgical Technologist First Assistant Indiana University Health - 3.7 Indianapolis, IN Job Details Full-time 13 hours ago Qualifications BLS Certification Sterile field situational awareness High school diploma or GED Surgical biomedical equipment Certified Surgical Technologist Certified Surgical First Assistant Full Job Description Surgical Technologist First Assistant Job Description Overview University Hospital houses 23 operating rooms (ORs) covering various service lines including Thoracic, General Surgery, Hepatobiliary, Urology, Gynecology, Orthopedics, Oral, Plastics, Ear, Nose, and Throat, as well as Abdominal Transplant (Liver, Kidney, Pancreas, Intestine, and Multivesicular). As an integral part of the Academic Health Center, our focus lies on high-acuity patient care, particularly emphasizing cancer-related treatments. We seek highly motivated individuals to join our collaborative team dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. This position is a day shift role working rotating days, Monday through Friday, 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM. On call and Holiday required. Surgical Technologist First Assistants provide service and support as a clinical expert before, during, and after surgical procedures. Ensures the presence and proper arrangement of surgical equipment, supplies and instrumentation in the operating room prior to each operation and to maintain readiness for emergency procedures at all times. Provides first line assistance to the surgeon in the operating room as allowed by professional and legal standards. Assists in positioning of the patient and the turnover of the operating room after the procedure ensuring proper routing and/or processing of all specimens, equipment, instrumentation and supplies. Works as a member of the surgical team with surgeons, anesthesiologists, registered nurses, and other surgical personnel. Trains colleagues on various skills and tasks. Acts as a resource or mentor to colleagues with less experience. Requires High School Diploma/GED. Associate's Degree preferred. Requires certification as a Certified First Assistant obtained from the NBSTSA. Requires certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist obtained from the NBSTSA. Requires Basic Life Support Certification. Requires the ability to resource advanced technology. Requires documentation of 19 Contact Hours of Continuing Education. Requires knowledge of name and function of surgical equipment and instrumentation. Requires strict adherence to policies and regulations regarding maintenance of sterile field. Requires a minimum of 2 years relevant experience. We are an equal opportunity employer. IU Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Indiana University Health is Indiana's most comprehensive health system, with 15 hospitals and nearly 40,000 team members serving Hoosiers across the state. Our partnership with the Indiana University School of Medicine gives our team members access to the very latest science and the very best training, advancing care for all. We're looking for team members who share the things that matter most to us. People who are inspired by challenging and meaningful work for the good of every patient. People who are compassionate and serve with a purpose. People who aspire to excellence every day. People who are always ready to apply themselves.