Certified Surgical Tech/First Assistant

Job Title: Certified Surgical First Assistant/Licensed Surgical AssistantJob Number: 944Dept: Surgical Services ArgyleShift: Varies 6:30a-3pStatus: PRN (as needed), hourlySalary Range: $34.30 to $51.45SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES: The Licensed Surgical Assistant/Certified Surgical Technician/First Assistant in the surgical department is a care giver who assists in various types of surgical procedures. The CSTFA/LSA principle duties include: 1) Preparing the OR room, supplies, instruments, and equipment for assigned procedures.2) The CSTFA/LSA applies principles of sterile technique while performing in the intra-operative setting. 3) Maintains sterile field to promote safety and infection control 4) Ensures all cases are pulled for scheduled procedure 5) Opens sterile supplies for procedures and checks indicators for integrity of packaging 6) Adheres to Universal Protocol and actively participates in a “TIME-OUT” before each procedure 7) Adheres to OR procedures for counting, medication labeling and other surgical technician duties. 7) Follows AORN recommended practices and guidelines along with surgical services & hospital policies and procedure. Demonstrates knowledge base and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the condition and age of the patients served and the variety of procedures performed. REPORTING RELATIONSHIPS: The Licensed Surgical Assistant and Certified Surgical Technician are under the direct supervision of the circulating nurse during surgery and under the direction of the Surgery Team Lead/Charge Nurse. Administratively the LSA/CSTFA is under the Manager/Director of Surgery and CCO. REQUIREMENTS: 1) Certification as a Surgical First Assistant or Texas license to practice as License Surgical Assistant (LSA) 3) BLS 4) Call may be required Must have current licensure/certifications upon hireNew Hires will have 60 days to acquire the required Basic Life Support (CPR)PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Able to lift 10-20 pounds daily, stand for long periods EMPLOYEE STATUS: Non-exempt hourly Customer Service Excellence:Customers defined as patients, families, visitors, co-workers, our community and business partners. Fosters positive working relationships across departments and campuses to represent Wise Health System as a unified supportive system. & Wise Health System’s mission, vision, and values. Engages full spectrum of communication excellence: models integrity, personal accountability, engagement, communication bridges, active listening, open dialogue, empathy, understanding and interest. Acknowledges and respects individual cultures, values, beliefs and preferences. Practices self-care and renewal. Willingly takes the initiative to improve customer service. Collaborates with interdisciplinary team for efficient and safe patient care. Assists in the orientation, education and training of newly hired employees. Participates in all departmental and WHS mandatory in-services. Shows motivation and self-direction in offering to do additional cases, breaks/lunches, and other tasks as assigned. Participates in early/late rotation, vacation, and off-shift coverage as necessary. Participates in Continuous Quality Improvement activities as assigned. Follows guidelines, policies and safety requirements as determined by all relevant regulatory and standard setting agencies or organizations. Practices within the system and departmental policies and procedures. OSHA TASK CATEGORY ONE:There is an inherent potential for mucous membrane or skin contact with blood, body fluids, or tissues, or a potential for spills splashes during the performance of the job. Universal precautions must be observed and protective devices worn by the employee when performing those tasks likely to cause exposure.Employment standards include current requirements as determined by Federal, State, and Wise Health System policy.