Surgical Tech First Assist - ST FA

apartment Tower Health location_onPhoenixville, PA 19460, US

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Job Summary

Work Schedule: Monday - Friday 8 hour Day Shift; on call requirement

Under the direction of the Nursing Director, the Surgical Tech First Assist (STFA) works in collaboration with the surgeon and health care team members to achieve optimal patient outcomes.
Intraoperatively, the STFA practices at the direction of the surgeon.
The tech shall assist the surgeon during surgical procedures in a manner as to make the procedure safe, effective, and smooth flowing while adhering to strict aseptic technique.
The tech shall be responsible for the peri-operative care of the surgical patient by proficiently planning, implementing, and evaluating the preparation of the surgical cases.

Comprehensive benefits:

Shared Governance
Career Advancement Program
Earned Time Off
Enhanced Tuition Assistance
Retirement Savings with Employer Match
Tower Tuition Discount Program - Up to 50% off for Eligible Employees AND Qualified Family Member who attend credit courses at Drexel University
and so much more!!

Please contact Chelsey McLean, Recruiter, at ChelseyL.McLean@towerhealth.org if you have any questions!

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Qualifications

Education Requirements

Completes and maintains all competencies and trainings as required for role.
2 year/Associate Degree - OR - combination of relevant education & experience may be considered in lieu of Associate Degree

Experience

2-3 years of first assist in multiple specialties including robotics, vascular/endo-vascular, spine and total joints

Certification and Licensure

An accredited Surgical Technician Program
Certified Surgical First Assist

Overview

Located in Phoenixville, PA, and a member of Tower Health, Phoenixville Hospital is a 144-bed facility that provides comprehensive medical services through emergency room visits, inpatient admissions, outpatient procedures and community outreach programs.

Phoenixville Hospital’s services include:

an award-winning cardiovascular program
a fully accredited cancer center
NAPBC-accredited breast health center
an acute inpatient rehabilitation center
a large robotic surgery center
Designanted as LGBTQ+ Healthcare Equality Top Performed in the Human Reight Campaign Foundation's 2022 Healthcare Equality Index (HEI)

Phoenixville Hospital is accredited by The Joint Commission and has been recognized for its quality outcomes and clinical expertise across services lines that include:

Joint replacement surgery
Advanced heart failure care
Designated as a Primary Stroke Center.

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Click here to see all the awards, accreditations and associations who endorse Phoenixville Hospital as a quality healthcare provider. We are proud to offer the level of service they represent.

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