Certified Surgical Assistant

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Job description

GENERAL PURPOSE

Assists the surgeon during surgical procedures in a manner as to make the procedure safe, effective, and smooth flowing while adhering to strict aseptic techniques. Also is responsible for the preparation of surgical instruments and equipment as appropriate for the surgical procedure.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Checks supplies and equipment needed for the surgical procedure.

Scrubs, gowns, and gloves

Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment, and medications / solutions needed for procedure.

Performs appropriate counts with circulator prior to the operation and before incision is closed.

Gowns and gloves surgeons and assistants.

Helps in draping the sterile field.

Passes instruments, etc., to surgeon during procedure.

Maintains highest standard of sterile technique during procedure

Ability to close wounds after procedure under surgeons observation.

Prepares sterile dressings.

Cleans and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization.

Assists other members of team with terminal cleaning of room.

Assists in prepping room for next patient.

Transfers patient to operating table

Positions patient using appropriate equipment

Secures dressings after incision closure

Helps transport patient to recovery room.

Participates in Quality Assurance activities.

QUALIFICATIONS

High School diploma or equivalent required

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Scrub Technologist program.

Current certification through the NSAA or NBSTSA

Current certification as a BLS Healthcare Provider required.

Minimum two (2) years of operating room experience preferred

Critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision in a fast paced environment.

Ability to perform work that requires frequent standing, bending, reaching, squatting, kneeling, moving, lifting of patients and/ or equipment up to 50 lbs.

Personal Qualifications: Must exhibit courteous communication skills and the ability to work with others, exercising good judgment in the performance of job duties. Presents self in a positive manner as reflected by personal attire and etiquette.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:
401(k)
401(k) matching
Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Life insurance
Paid sick time
Paid time off
Vision insurance
Medical Specialty:
Orthopedics
Surgery
Schedule:
Day shift
Monday to Friday
No weekends

Experience:
Orthopedics: 1 year (Preferred)
Ambulatory surgery center: 1 year (Required)

License/Certification:
Surgical Assistant License (Required)

Work Location: In person

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