Certified Surgical First Assistant

TriStar Horizon Medical Center; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking medical center as a Certified Surgical First Assist, where your skills will directly impact patient care. This role involves preparing operating rooms, assisting surgeons during procedures, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes. At TriStar Horizon Medical Center, you'll be part of a dedicated team that values your contributions and invests in your professional growth. With a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to excellence, this is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of patients while advancing your career in a supportive environment. If you're passionate about surgical care and ready to take the next step, we want to hear from you!

Benefits

Comprehensive Medical Coverage

401(k) Plan with 100% Match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Education Assistance

Paid Time Off

Employee Health Assistance Fund

Flexible Spending Accounts

Free Counseling Services

Qualifications

• Current TN licensure or National Certification as a Surgical Assistant.
• One-year surgical assistant experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist in preparing the operating room and perform support duties during surgeries.
• Maintain hemostasis and assist in patient resuscitation during emergencies.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Care

Hemostasis Techniques

Instrument Knowledge

Resuscitation Skills

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Graduate of Accredited Programs (PA, ORT, RN, MD)

Tools

Surgical Instruments

BLS Certification

Job description

Description

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a Certified Surgical First Assist? At TriStar Horizon Medical Center, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to 300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Benefits

TriStar Horizon Medical Center offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

1. Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
2. Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long-term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
3. Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
4. 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
5. Employee Stock Purchase Plan with 10% off HCA Healthcare stock.
6. Family support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.
7. Referral services for child, elder and pet care, home and auto repair, event planning and more.
8. Consumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer Discounts.
9. Retirement readiness, rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnerships.
10. Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
11. Colleague recognition program.
12. Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence).
13. Employee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

You contribute to our success. Every role has an impact on our patients’ lives and you have the opportunity to make a difference. We are looking for a dedicated Certified Surgical First Assist like you to be a part of our team.

Job Summary and Qualifications

The First Assistant is responsible for providing patient care of the surgical patient under the direction of the Surgeon.

What you will do in this role:

1. You will assist in preparing the operating room and perform assigned support duties during surgical procedures. You will assist in the turnover of the OR room.
2. You will check all instruments for workability prior to usage, displaying knowledge of instrument and content of set.
3. You will provide retraction of tissue and organs for optimal visualization with regard to tissue type and appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique.
4. You will assist in maintaining hemostasis by direct pressure, use and application of appropriate surgical instrument for the task, placement of ties, placement of suture ligatures, application of chemical hemostatic agents, or other measures as directed by the surgeon.
5. You will assist with resuscitation of patient during cardiac arrest or other life threatening events in the operating room.
6. You will perform any other duties or procedures incident to the surgical procedure deemed necessary and as directed by the surgeon.

What qualifications you will need:

1. Current TN licensure or National Certification as a: Orthopedic Physician Assistant or Certified ORT or RN Licensure or Doctorate of Medicine (corresponding with education obtained).
2. High school or GED required; Graduate of Accredited Programs in: Physician Assistant, Certified Operating Room Technician (ORT), RN, MD.
3. Current BLS required.
4. One-year surgical assistant experience preferred.
5. Must be competent in first assisting responsibilities in an OR setting.

TriStar Horizon Medical Center is an accredited, 150+ bed regional medical center. We offer a full array of services. These include cardiology and diagnostic imaging, emergency, inpatient rehabilitation, oncology, orthopedics, and women’s services. We are an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Primary Stroke Center. TriStar Horizon is a leading provider of emergency heart and stroke care. Our satellite campus, TriStar Natchez, offers imaging and oncology services and provides a 24/7, full-service ER that provides the same services as our main campus emergency room.

HCA Healthcare has been named one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute for ten consecutive years (2010-2019). In 2019, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated 3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family of 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Certified Surgical First Assist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Submit your resume today to join our community of caring!

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.