Certified Surgical First Assist

10000 Sanford; United States; On-site; USD 64,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanford Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support operating surgeons during procedures, prepare tools, and participate in pre- and post-operative patient care. The role requires certification or eligibility for CSFA and completion of a CAAHEP/ARC/STSA-accredited program.

The position emphasizes patient safety, adherence to regulations, and collaboration with the health care team to ensure optimal outcomes for patients across the organization.

Qualifications

• Graduate from a surgical assisting program accredited by CAAHEP/ARC/STSA.
• Certification: Certified Surgical Assistant or eligible for CSFA within six months hired.

Responsibilities

• Assist operating surgeons with intraoperative procedures and patient positioning.
• Provide visualization of the operative site and support safe, optimal procedures.
• Prepare surgical tools, administer preoperative medications, and ensure compliance with health and safety regulations.
• Perform preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.
• Assist with volume replacement or autotransfusion and wound dressings as required.

Skills

Surgical assisting

Education

CAAHEP ARC/STSA accredited program

Job description

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland.

Work Shift: Varies (United States of America)
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Compensation: Salary Range: $31.00 - $49.50
Union Position: No

Job Description

Assists operating surgeons in carrying out technical surgical procedures in accordance with applicable safety laws and regulations. Positioning the patient, providing visualization of the operative site by approved methods. Assists operating surgeons with intra-operative procedures like homeostasis, exposure, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon in carrying out a safe procedure with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions during the procedure under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Participating in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques as appropriate. Utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes. Selecting and applying wound dressings including but not limited to liquid or spray occlusive materials, absorbent material affixed with tape or circumferential wrapping, immobilizing dressing (soft or rigid), and providing assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue. Develops specialized preoperative plans in coordination with appropriate surgeons and health team members. Prepares surgical tools and equipment, takes preventative measures to ensure applicable health and safety regulations are satisfied. Administers preoperative medications and reports the responses of patients to assigned surgeons and anesthesiologists.

Credentialing through the Allied Health Staff of the organization where you will be working will be required.

Qualifications

Graduate from surgical assisting programs accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) through the accreditation review committee on education in surgical technology (ARC/STSA), which is a collaborative effort of Association of Surgical Technologists (AST) and America College of Surgeons (ACS). CAAHEP is a recognized accreditation agency of the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). In addition, surgical assisting programs may be offered through independently operated facilities or educational institutions and are accredited by agencies recognized by the United States Department of Education (USDE), The Joint Commission, or a state agency acceptable to CAAHEP and the ARC/STSA. The ARC/STSA is also a member of the Association of Specialized and Professional Accreditors (ASPA). National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistant certifications is the accepted CSFA certification. Employees must be a Certified Surgical Assistant or eligible to sit for the certification, or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) must be obtained within six months hired into position. Certifications must be maintained during employment. Dependent on surgery unit, may accept successful completion of exam through the National Board for the Certification of Orthopedic Technologists.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

The Sanford organization owns and manages multiple distinct brands, including Sanford Health, Marshfield Clinic, and Good Samaritan, as well as Lewis Drug, Sanford Health Equip, Solutions by Sanford, Great Shots, and Blue Rock Bar & Grill. Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America's heartland. Headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, the organization has 53,000 employees and serves over 2 million patients and nearly 425,000 health plan members across the upper Midwest including South Dakota, North Dakota, Minnesota, Wyoming, Iowa, Wisconsin and the Upper Peninsula of Michigan. The integrated nonprofit health system includes a network of 56 hospitals, 288 clinic locations, 147 senior care communities, 4,000 physicians and advanced practice providers and nearly 1,500 active clinical trials and studies. The organization’s transformational virtual care initiative brings patients closer to care with access to 78 specialties. Learn more about Sanford Health’s commitment to shaping the future of rural health care across the lifespan at sanfordhealth.org or Sanford Health News. Good Samaritan, one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services, is committed to transforming the aging experience through innovation, compassion and personalized care. As part of Sanford Health, an integrated nonprofit health system headquartered in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, Good Samaritan serves 10,000 seniors and offers access to a full continuum of care, including 94 rehabilitation and skilled nursing centers, 56 assisted living and memory care facilities, 44 independent living locations and 37 home health and hospice agencies. The senior care provider delivers services across the upper Midwest, with 70% of residents living in rural communities. Learn more about Good Samaritan’s mission and commitment to delivering high quality senior care in rural America at good-sam.com.