Surgical Technologist First Assist - Atrium Health Carolinas Medical Center, Full Time

37822 Carolinas Medical Center - Pre Transplant Center

Full time

Yes

40

Fulltime Surgical Assistant, days and shifts vary

Pay Range

$34.90 - $52.35

Major Responsibilities:
A. Provide first or second assisting for specified surgical procedures as needed and assigned for patients of all ages:
1)Incises tissue.
2)Provides surgical field exposure by providing retraction.
3)Assists with maintaining a dry surgical field-hemostasis.
4)Clamps, cauterizes, and/or ligates bleeders.
5)Assists with the identification of anatomical structures.
6)Utilizes surgical instruments for the purpose they were intended.
7)Assists with or performs wound closure.
8)Assists with or applies skin sutures, staples.
9)Assists with or applies dressings.
10)Provides assistance in preparation and maintenance of sterile O.R. environment utilizing aseptic techniques.

Performs duties in the scrub role as assigned:
1)Completely prepares sterile field in a timely manner.
2)Performs surgical draping of incision site on patients of all ages.
3)Complies with departmental policy and procedures regarding specimens, counts, and disposition of contaminated instruments.
4)Maintains sterile field and boundaries prior to and during procedure.
5)Acts as preceptor, sharing knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.
6)Maintains on-call availability.
7)Assists in emergency situations as assigned.
8)Maintains a safe work environment according to regulatory agency standards.
9)Maintains educational records and timecard.
10)Maintains competencies.

Responsible for the preparation of the surgical field and supplies/instruments delivered to the field:
1)Assists in opening sterile supplies and instruments.
2)Efficiently utilizes supplies to avoid waste and decrease costs.
3)Assists with patients of all ages with skim preparation, i.e., shave, scrub, painter per MD preference.
4)Verifies instrument/supply/equipment available and ready per physician preference card.
5)Verifies specific needs of physician by completely reading scrub tips.
6)Assists with positioning of the surgical patient of all ages as directed by the circulating nurse.
7)Assists with clean-up and turnover upon completion of case

In collaboration with health care team, assists in providing for a cooperative work environment:
1)Assists with maintaining goals of Surgical Services and Advocate.
2)Shares clinical and professional knowledge in a supportive/educational manner.
3)Demonstrates self-direction in utilizing work time appropriately.
4)Accepts and completes team responsibilities as assigned.

Responsible for maintenance of professional growth:
1)Demonstrates self-direction in maintaining professional skills.
2)Independently completes assignments/projects.
3)Participates in unit/hospital committees and projects.
4)Maintains certification.

Responsible for compliance with hospital policies and procedures:
1)Maintains patient confidentiality.
2)Utilizes guest relation techniques with members of health care team and patients.

Responsible for maintenance of robotic knowledge:
1)Assist in Robotic Surgery.

Minimum Job Requirements 

Education

IL/WI Divisions: 

High school graduate or GED. Completion of ST program in an accredited school approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting). Completion of First Assisting Program from school accredited by CAAHEP (Commission Accreditation of Allied Health Education Program).
 

Greater Charlotte: 

Graduation from and accredited surgical assistance program required. Acquires continuing education annually to maintain current competence and credentials as required.

Navicent: 

Graduation from and accredited surgical assistance program required. Acquires continuing education annually to maintain current competence and credentials as required.

Certification / License

IL/WI Divisions: 

Current professional state licensure under IDFPR (Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation). CST Certification approved by NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting).

Greater Charlotte: 

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential required.  

Navicent: 

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential required.  

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

-good communication skills -ability to independently perform scrub duties
-CPR certification -Certification as Surgical Tech (CST). -Current professional state licensure under IDFPR

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

• may be exposed to body fluids, waste and chemicals, anesthesia gases, hazardous materials, radiation, and life-threatening diseases • this position will need to recognize the needs and behaviors of a variety of age groups of patients treated, i.e., understand child growth and development, normal patterns of adolescent behavior and look for signs of normal aging; prior experience with various age groups is preferred • ability to stand for long periods of time • ability to lift 50 pounds • ability to cooperate and work well with others • ability to communicate with mask on and not facing others • ability to work in a stressful, changing environment • ability to respond quickly to emergencies. • ability to respond to fire and other codes (e.g. evacuate patients) • ability to work designated shifts including weekends and holidays • ability to assume on-call responsibility
If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.

If position has direct patient care or direct patient contact the following lifting requirement supersedes any previous lifting requirement effective 06/01/2015. Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance. For patient lifts of over 35 pounds, or when patient is unable to assist with the lift, patient handling equipment is expected to be used, with at least one other associate, when available. Unique patient lifting/movement situations will be assessed on a case-by-case basis.



This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

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Compensation

• Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
• Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
• Incentive pay for select positions
• Opportunity for annual increases based on performance

Benefits and more

• Paid Time Off programs
• Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
• Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
• Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
• Educational Assistance Program

To assist in providing quality patient care in a manner which is patient-focused, technically appropriate, and cost effective. The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (CSTFA) works under the direct supervision of a registered nurse. The CSTFA is responsible for establishing and maintaining a sterile field, a safe patient care environment, and appropriate supplies/equipment as required for the operative procedure. The CSTFA functions as a cooperative health care team member in a critical care environment treating the patient in a holistic manner with dignity and respect. The Surgical First Assist is assisting the surgeon in the performance of any surgical procedure working under the surgeon’s direction.