Certified Surgical First Assistant

Cancer Treatment Centers of America, Inc.; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Zion seeks a Certified Surgical First Assistant to assist with vital surgical procedures under the direct supervision of surgeons. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile environments, and effective communication within the operating room. Qualifications include an Illinois Surgical Assistant license, CPR certification, and a 2-year associate degree or equivalent experience. This position provides a crucial support function in a high-energy surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Illinois licensure as a Registered Surgical Assistant and Surgical Technologist required.
• CPR card required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures under the supervision of the operating surgeon.
• Ensure sterility of equipment for surgical cases.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment in the perioperative department.

Skills

Suturing techniques

Safe tissue handling

Hemostasis

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

2-year associate degree or experience as an OR Tech

Tools

Clinical information systems

Job description

Overview

Certified Surgical First Assistant

About City of Hope: City of Hope's mission is to make hope a reality for all touched by cancer and diabetes. Founded in 1913, City of Hope has grown into one of the largest and most advanced cancer research and treatment organizations in the U.S., and a leading research center for diabetes and other life-threatening illnesses. City of Hope research has supported breakthrough cancer medicines, human synthetic insulin, and monoclonal antibodies. With an independent, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center that is ranked top 5 in the nation for cancer care by U.S. News & World Report, City of Hope’s model spans cancer care, research and development, academics and training, and philanthropy. City of Hope’s growing national system includes its Los Angeles campus, a network of clinical care locations across Southern California, a new cancer center in Orange County, California, and cancer treatment centers and outpatient facilities in the Atlanta, Chicago and Phoenix areas.

Responsibilities

• Assists with procedures by functioning under the direct supervision and direction of the operating surgeon.
• Assists with procedures by providing appropriate method of wound exposure.
• Assists with procedures by providing adequate hemostasis.
• Protects patient by demonstrating knowledge of safe tissue handling.
• Assists with procedures by demonstrating knowledge of suturing techniques.
• Assists with procedures by demonstrating knowledge of wound dressing and drains, positioning of patient.
• draping
• tissue handling
• wound exposure and closure
• homeostasis
• knot tying
• Assists with duties in the OR as assigned by the Lead RN
• Pulls Physician Preference cards according to cases.
• Ensures availability and sterility of equipment for the cases.
• Selects appropriate instrumentation / equipment based on patient age and size.
• Assists in patient preparation, positioning and surgical preps according to protocols.
• Ensure appropriate documentation present and accurate on patient record per department and hospital policy.
• Ability to navigate the clinical information systems as needed to perform job duties.
• Adheres to hospital and departmental policy for reporting and handling malfunctioning equipment.
• Monitoring supplies to ensure availability of appropriate supplies for patient care and departmental operations.
• Maintains a clean and orderly environment in the perioperative department including breakroom and locker rooms.
• Recognizes department problems and uses critical thinking skills to take appropriate actions.
• Prioritizes patient care and organizes activities in a logical sequence.
• Communicates effectively with the perioperative team while dealing with frequent interruptions in a high stress setting.
• Maintains positive interdepartmental relationships while communicating and coordinating patient care activities.
• Serves as a change agent by cooperatively adopting new processes determined through quality improvement initiatives.

Position Qualifications

Minimum Education:

• 2-year associate degree or experience as an OR Tech required

Req. Certification/Licensure:

• Illinois licensure as a Registered Surgical Assistant and Surgical Technologist
• CPR card required

City of Hope is an equal opportunity employer.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits, see Benefits Information.