Certified Surgical Tech First Assist- Foregut

Our promise to you:

Joining AdventHealth is about being part of something bigger. It’s about belonging to a community that believes in the wholeness of each person, and serves to uplift others in body, mind and spirit. AdventHealth is a place where you can thrive professionally, and grow spiritually, by Extending the Healing Ministry of Christ. Where you will be valued for who you are and the unique experiences you bring to our purpose-minded team. All while understanding that together we are even better.

All the benefits and perks you need for you and your family:

• Benefits from Day One: Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Disability Insurance

• Paid Time Off from Day One

• 403-B Retirement Plan

• 4 Weeks 100% Paid Parental Leave

• Career Development

• Whole Person Well-being Resources

• Mental Health Resources and Support

• Pet Benefits

Schedule:

Full time

Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Address:

7820 W 165TH ST

City:

OVERLAND PARK

State:

Kansas

Postal Code:

66223

Job Description:

• Determines appropriate surgical equipment and supplies based on physician’s preference and sets up the procedure room with the correct instrumentation and supplies.

• Provides visualization for operative sites by applying appropriate methods, including tissue manipulation, retraction, sponging, suction, and irrigation.

• Positions patients appropriately for best exposure as ordered by the physician, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, and prioritizes patient comfort and safety.

• Assists with body plane closures, wound dressing applications, and securing drainage systems.

• Achieves temporary and permanent hemostasis by applying appropriate techniques.

• Supervises other healthcare team members in the surgical environment.

• Prepares and maintains the surgical area, ensuring proper disposal of instruments, linen, trash, needles, sponges, and other biohazardous waste.

• Identifies unsafe or defective instruments/equipment and implements appropriate corrective action.

• Verifies completeness of instruments/sponge/needle count.

• Assists the team with safe and appropriate operating room turnover times in an efficient and organized manner.

• Performs operative shave prep, scrub, or other patient care tasks as assigned by the RN.

• Completes all annual mandatory educational requirements.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Ability to prepare surgical suites with appropriate instruments, resources, and supplies based on surgeon preference cards [Required]

• Strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and team mentality [Required]

• Up-to-date knowledge of patient rights and ability to respect cultural, psychosocial, and spiritual values [Required]

• Up-to-date knowledge of applicable regulatory, compliance, and accreditation standards and requirements [Required]

• Ability to communicate appropriately and effectively with patients and their family, hospital staff, nurses, physicians, and other health care professionals [Required]

• Must be able to read, write and speak conversational English [Required]

• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Microsoft Office [Required]

• Able to precept and act as resource person and preceptor in multiple surgical specialties [Required]

• Proficient in a minimum of 3 major surgical specialties [Preferred]

Education:

• Technical/Vocational School [Required]

• Associate [Preferred]

Field of Study:

• N/A

Work Experience:

• 5+ years of experience as first assistant [Preferred]

Additional Information:

• An equivalent combination of education and relevant work experience may be considered in lieu of the stated degree requirement:  

• Technical/Vocational SchoolOR

• High School Grad or Equiv AND 2+ years of experience

Licenses and Certifications:

• Basic Life Support - CPR Cert (BLS) [Required]

• NCCSA Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required] OR NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) [Required] OR ABSA Surgical Assistant - Certified (SA-C) OR State Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) [Required]

Physical Requirements:(Please click the link below to view work requirements)
Physical Requirements - https://tinyurl.com/49cf4xnf

Pay Range:

$29.04 - $54.02

This facility is an equal opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.