Cardiac Surgical Assistant - OR

University Hospitals

Cleveland (OH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 83,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Competitive hourly rate + incentive

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Paid time off

Retirement and pension plans

Free parking

Job summary

University Hospitals in Cleveland, OH seeks a Cardiac Surgical Assistant to join the UH Cleveland Medical First Assistant team. RNFA/PA/Surgical Assistant considered; cardiac OR experience preferred.

You will assist in various cardiac procedures across the system, including transplant coverage, with travel as needed. Competitive hourly rate plus incentive pay and an $8,000 sign-on bonus are offered, along with comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

RN with Ohio license required; CNOR preferred.
CNOR certification required for RNFA path; ACLS preferred within 6 months.
Experience in cardiac OR and second call is highly valued.

Responsibilities

Assists in exposure, hemostasis, and closure during cardiac procedures.
Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to support the surgical patient.
Travel to support transplant and regional cardiac surgery coverage as needed.

Skills

Second Call Proficiency

Leadership

Interpersonal Skills

Hand-Eye Coordination

Education

RN with OH license

CNOR Certification

ACLS Certification (Preferred)

Job description

Job Description - Cardiac Surgical Assistant - OR (25000615)

Cardiac Surgical Assistant - OR - ( 25000615 )

Serving at our health system’s most advanced and complex cardiac surgery center, the UH Cleveland Medical First Assistant team performs a variety of state of the art surgeries and procedures giving our team a well-rounded experience in coronary, valve, transplant, robotic, and structural heart disease including hybrid structural and aortic interventions. Cardiac First Assistants support every cardiac surgery case across our system in and out of the operating room, including emergencies within the hospital and procedures in the cardiac cath lab. RNFA, Physician Assistant or Surgical Assist will be considered. Cardiac OR experience strongly preferred.

When you join UH, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package, which includes, but is not limited to:

Competitive hourly rate + $5.25 additional hourly incentive pay
$8,000 sign on bonus
Medical, dental, and vision coverage
Paid time off
Retirement and pension plans

Free parking for regular-status employees

*salary range listed reflects entry level SA position and changes based on clinical expertise and experience

A Brief Overview

The Cardiac First Assist works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate the needs of the surgical patient during the perioperative period. The First Assist will 1st and/or 2nd assist cardiac surgical procedures. The First Assist will cover regional call to support the Cardiac Surgery program across the system as well as covering call for Transplant, both donor and recipient, which requires the ability to travel in cars, ambulances, planes and helicopters.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

RNFA

Graduation of approved RN Program (Required) and
Completion of state approved RNFA course (Required)
less than 1 year Minimum of 6 months taking Second call for Cardiac Surgery service line (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred within 6 Months) and
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) (Required) and
Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) (Preferred)
RNFA registration with OBN (Required)

Surgical Assistant

Graduation of approved SA Program (Required)
less than 1 year experience taking Second Call for Cardiac service line (Required)
National certification from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (Preferred) or
National certification from Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (Preferred) or
National certification from American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) (Preferred)
Associate's Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice. (Required) or
Bachelor's Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice (Required) and
Master's Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice. (Preferred)
1+ years of Cardiac Surgery experience as a Level 1 (Preferred)
Current license to practice in Ohio (Required) and
Professional Certifications as required by OSMB- additional certifications (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Must demonstrate proficiency in taking Second Call (Required proficiency)
Advanced Life Support Equipment knowledge (Required proficiency)
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, proper use of all instruments and equipment used during CT surgery procedures. (Required proficiency)
High degree of hand/eye coordination and uniform mental attention. (Required proficiency

Physical Demands