First Assist Surgical Technician - Surgical Services - Operating Room - Full Time

20 Elliot Hospital of the City of Manchester; Manchester (NH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

403b with matching

Tuition Reimbursement

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000

Pet Insurance

Legal Services

Vendor Discounts

Job summary

SolutionHealth is seeking a FIRST ASSIST SURGICAL TECH- OR to support surgeons during procedures and maintain a sterile, efficient operating room environment.

The role requires CST certification, STFA-approved training, CPR/BLS, and at least 2 years of Surgical Technologist experience with strong anatomy knowledge. Shift is 7:00am–5:30pm; full-time on-site with competitive benefits.

Qualifications

• CST certification required.
• STFA approved training required.
• 2+ years of experience as Surgical Technologist.
• Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology.

Responsibilities

• Assist in moving and positioning patients for surgery.
• Assist the surgeon in draping of the patient.
• Retract tissue and expose the operating field during the operative procedure.
• Clamp and tie vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry.
• Keep the operative site dry and maintain exposure.
• Identify structures to avoid unintended injury.
• Assist in closure of incisions and wound dressing as directed by the surgeon.

Skills

CST Certified

CPR/BLS Certified

Anatomy knowledge

Education

STFA course approved

Job description

Job Description:

FIRST ASSIST SURGICAL TECH- OR

Who We Are:

Our operating room (OR) department is one of the largest and most active OR departments in the state, with an experienced staff providing comprehensive surgical care to our patients. We are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology and have dedicated teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and other medical personnel who work together to deliver outstanding care. Our OR staff is committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a safe and comfortable environment.

About the Job:

Functions under the supervision of the surgeon during a surgical procedure and carries out functions that will assist the surgeon with optimal results for the patient.

What You’ll Do:

• Assists in moving and positioning patients for surgery.
• Assists the surgeon in draping of the patient.
• Retracts tissue and exposes the operating field area during the operative procedure.
• Clamps and ties vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry.
• Keeps the operative site dry.
• Affords the surgeon the best possible exposure of the anatomy incident to the operation.
• Assists the surgeon in identifying any structure which should not be ligated and keeps these structures from the moves of the surgeon.
• Assists in closure of the incision including tying off bleeders, applying sutures and wound dressing and performs any and all tasks required of him/her by the surgeon incident to the particular procedure.

Who You Are:

• Successful completion of formal course of instruction for the STFA approved by the Association of Surgical Technologists required.
• Must have extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Two (2) plus years of experience as Surgical Technologist.
• CST Certified.
• CPR/BLS Certified.

Why You’ll Love Us:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Sign on Bonus Eligible up to $15,000
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts

Work Shift:

7:00am - 5:30pm

SolutionHealth is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, disability status, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

SolutionHealth is an integrated health system uniquely focused on providing access to high-value primary and specialty care that meets the growing needs of the communities we serve. Together, Southern New Hampshire Health and Elliot Health System, the founding members of SolutionHealth, are committed to innovative models of care and collaboration that improve the health and well‑being of more than half of million residents of our region. We start with committing to do the right thing, for each patient, always.