Certified Surgical First Assist

OhioHealth; Grove City (MN); On-site; USD 41,000 - 69,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

OhioHealth in Grove City is seeking a part-time Certified First Assistant in Surgery (CFA) to support surgeons during operative procedures, focusing on exposure, hemostasis, and tissue handling. The role requires an Associate degree in Surgical Technology, BLS, and CST certification, with 2 years of operating room experience.

Responsibilities include assisting the surgeon, maintaining a clear surgical field, and ensuring safety and efficiency.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology.
• BLS – Basic Life Support (American Heart Association).
• CST – Certified Surgical Tech.
• 2 years as a Surg Tech in an inpatient/OP main OR.
• CSTF or SA-C required.
• Preceptor.
• Must demonstrate basic critical thinking skills on their introductory team.
• Will perform primary role independently.
• Will demonstrate the ability to anticipate surgeon needs and communicates these with staff.
• Competent in 4-6 service lines, one of which must be advanced orthopedics, soft tissue robotics, complex CV or neurosurgery (cranial).

Responsibilities

• Provides assistance to the surgeon providing exposure, hemostasis, and other technical skills.
• Provides wound exposure through proper use of retractors so surgeon may clearly view operative site.
• Through use of suction and sponges, provides a dry field of operation to permit optimum vision of tissue, viscera, vessels, etc.
• Provides hemostasis by use of clamps, cautery, ligation.
• Completes closure of fascia, subcutaneous tissue and skin under the direction of the surgeon.
• Assumes other tasks of a similar nature or level of responsibility when assigned by supervising physician.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
• The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Skills

Critical thinking

Preceptor

Team communication

Education

Surgical Technology degree

BLS Certification

CST Certification

Job description

We are more than a health system. We are a belief system. We believe wellness and sickness are both part of a lifelong partnership, and that everyone could use an expert guide. We work hard, care deeply and reach further to help people uncover their own power to be healthy. We inspire hope. We learn, grow, and achieve more - in our careers and in our communities.

Job Description Summary

This position is part-time, working 24 hours per week, Monday through Friday with a rotating day off and call-stay.

***SIGN-ON BONUS: $7500***
External applicants may be eligible for a sign-on bonus with a one-year work commitment. This includes previously employed applicants who have been gone from the organization longer than 90 days.

The Certified First Assistant in Surgery (CFA) provides assistance to the surgeon or group of surgeons during an operative procedure as a first or second assistant providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.

Responsibilities And Duties

• Provides assistance to the surgeon providing exposure, hemostasis, and other technical skills.
• Provides wound exposure through proper use of retractors so surgeon may clearly view operative site.
• Through use of suction and sponges, provides a dry field of operation to permit optimum vision of tissue, viscera, vessels, etc.
• Provides hemostasis by use of clamps, cautery, ligation
• Completes closure of fascia, subcutaneous tissue and skin under the direction of the surgeon
• Competent in 4-6 service lines, one of which must be advanced orthopedics, soft tissue robotics, complex cardiovascular, or neurosurgery (cranial).
• Assumes other tasks of a similar nature or level of responsibility when assigned by supervising physician.
• As a High Reliability Organization (HRO), responsibilities require focus on safety, quality and efficiency in performing job duties.
• The job profile provides an overview of responsibilities and duties and is not intended to be an exhaustive list and is subject to change at any time

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's Degree: Surgical TechnologyBLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, CST - Certified Surgical Tech - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

Additional Job Description

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Associate degree in Surgical Technology or combined ST/Health related Associate degree program or an Accredited First Assistant Program
• 2 years as a Surg Tech in an inpatient/OP main OR
• CSTF or SA-C required
• Preceptor
• BLS
• Must demonstrate basic critical thinking skills on their introductory team
• Will perform primary role independently
• Will demonstrate the ability to anticipate surgeon needs and communicates these with staff
• Will identify actual or potential emergency situations and intervene safely with assistance and/or supervision
• Competent in 4-6 service lines, one of which must be advanced orthopedics, soft tissue robotics,complex CV or neurosurgery (cranial).

Work Shift

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours

24

Department

Surgery Main

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... if you strive for excellence and want to be among the best in the healthcare industry

Equal Employment Opportunity

OhioHealth is an equal opportunity employer and fully supports and maintains compliance with all state, federal, and local regulations. OhioHealth does not discriminate against associates or applicants because of race, color, genetic information, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, national origin, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, disability, marital status, familial status, or other characteristics protected by law. Equal employment is extended to all person in all aspects of the associate-employer relationship including recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, transfer, compensation, discipline, reduction in staff, termination, assignment of benefits, and any other term or condition of employment