Certified First Assist | PRN

Lake Charles Memorial Hospital; Lake Charles (LA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Lake Charles Memorial Health System in Lake Charles, LA, seeks a skilled Surgical First Assistant to work under surgeons, supporting safe operations and optimal patient outcomes in the OR.

The role requires completing an Accredited Surgical First Assistant program, BLS, with ACLS preferred, strong communication, leadership, and the ability to mentor teammates. You will participate in setting up the OR, passing instruments, and ensuring equipment readiness; call shifts are required.

Qualifications

• Accredited Surgical First Assistant program completed.
• BLS certification required; ACLS preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership abilities.

Responsibilities

• Perform as 1st/2nd assistant in surgical procedures.
• Circulating, scrubbing, and other duties within licensed scope.
• Provide surgical site exposure and hemostasis.
• Mentor and train team members.
• Maintain professional communication with physicians, nurses, technicians.
• Call is required for this position.
• Assist with setting up OR and equipment checks.
• Assist with moving the patient to the operating room and position on the table.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Circulating/scrubbing

Instrument passing

Team mentoring

Communication skills

Education

Accredited Surgical First Assistant program

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Job description

Career Opportunities with Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

A great place to work.

Careers At Lake Charles Memorial Hospital

Lake Charles Memorial Health System is committed to investing in the excellence of our employees by providing competitive compensation, professional growth, and exceptional benefits. We strive to foster an employee-focused culture. As a major teaching facility we offer learning and mentoring opportunities as well as programs to promote employee well-being.

We want the most qualified people to be part of our extraordinary team. Whether your objective is to find a career in nursing, information technology, management or clerical, Lake Charles Memorial Health System has the opportunities you are looking for. Memorial offers its employees medical, dental & vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, retirement options, paid time off, tuition assistance & much more to attract and retain employees.

Join us. Become part of our team. Take a look at our job openings and seeall of the inspiring possibilities that await you at Lake Charles Memorial Health System.

We place a high value on our employees. We attract talented people who thrive in a team environment, recognize the importance of accountability and strive to exceed our patient's expectations.

• The primary purpose of the First Assistant is to work under the direction of the Surgeon and in collaboration with the Coordinator and team in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Assisting to provide a safe operation with optimal patient outcomes.

SUPERVISION:

Reports directly to Nurse Manager and/or Charge Nurse

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:

• An integral member of the team who maintains positive working relationships with patients, families and coworkers inter- and intra-departmentally.
• Ability to perform all surgical skills as a 1st and/or 2nd assistant in surgical procedures.
• In addition to 1st assisting responsibilities may include circulating, scrubbing and other duties assigned within licensed scope of practice.
• Provides surgical site exposure, handling and/or cutting of tissues and providing hemostasis.
• Demonstrates understanding of suture types, skin types and closure of all incisions.
• Serves as a mentor, preceptor and assists in training of others in regards to team development.
• Maintains professional communication skills with physicians, nurses and technicians.
• Compassionate non-judgmental patient caregiver and advocate.
• Possess active listening skills.
• Incorporates healthy workforce in daily practice.
• Call is required for this position.
• Assists the Surgical Technician with setting up the operating room prior to surgery.
• Assists the team with Checking surgical machines and equipment.
• Passes instruments to surgeons during surgery.
• Assist with moving the patient to the operating room and position them on the operating table.

The above statements are only meant to be a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbents of this job. The incumbents may be requested to perform job-related tasks other than those stated in this description.

EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE

• Required successful completion of Accredited Surgical First Assistant (RNFA, CFA or CSA) program.
• BLS required, ACLS preferred
• Capable of clear and succinct verbal and written communications; Possess a high level of patience and tenacity; Capable of rapid problem identification and resolution.
• Requires emotional stability and maturity; Must be adaptable to change, be decisive, and demonstrate foresight; Exhibits organizational and leadership ability.

Physical Demands/Work Environment

• Moderate amount of lifting and positioning of patients and equipment.
• Ability to walk frequently and stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
• Ability to see objects closely and hear normal sounds with some background noises.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

“Experience Memorial” is more than a slogan, it’s the care we provide our patients and it’s the commitment to our community and our team members. As a nationally certified Great Place to Work, at Lake Charles Memorial Health System you will have the opportunity to be a part of an organizational culture that supports not only exceptional patient care but also the well-being and professional growth of our employees. Join us and be a part of a team where your contributions are valued, your growth is nurtured, and your success is celebrated.