Per Diem Surgical First Assistant – Collaborative Care

Universal Health Services, Inc.; Reno (NV); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Generous PTO

Excellent health plans

401(k) with company match

Tuition reimbursement

Career development opportunities

Benefits website

Job summary

Sierra Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Surgical Technician - First Assist per diem to support surgeons during operations, provide exposure and hemostasis, and perform technical tasks that help achieve safe, optimal patient outcomes. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will attend to the patients' direct care needs and uphold integrity with respect to policies.

Responsibilities include assisting with room setup/teardown, wound exposure, dressing

Qualifications

• CSFA certification (NBSTSA) or CSA (NSAA) or SA-C (ABSA) must be maintained for employment.
• Current licensure as Surgical First Assistant where required by state law.
• Current American Heart Association BLS

Responsibilities

• Performs first assisting role under direct supervision of surgeon.
• Assists with room setup and teardown to facilitate patient flow.
• Assists with wound exposure using retraction techniques and applies wound dressings.
• Knowledge and proficiency in perioperative practices as Surgical Technologist for at least three years.

Job description

Sierra Medical Center, part of Universal Health Services, seeks a Surgical Technician - First Assist per diem to support surgeons during operations, provide exposure and hemostasis, and perform technical tasks that help achieve safe, optimal patient outcomes. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, you will attend to the patients' direct care needs and uphold integrity with respect to policies.

Responsibilities include assisting with room setup/teardown, wound exposure, dressing