SA or RNFA- OR

Ahuja_Medical_Center

Beachwood (OH)

On-site

USD 55,000 - 85,000

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

University Hospitals seeks a Surgical Assistant to work under physician supervision, providing intraoperative assistance and perioperative support to ensure safe operations and optimal patient outcomes.

Responsibilities include A) performing first and second assistive tasks, B) maintaining anatomy and physiology knowledge for safe care, and C) upholding PHI and departmental policies throughout the perioperative period.

Qualifications

Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program or equivalent.
National certification from NBSTSA, NCCSA or ABSA required upon hire.
Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills; proficient with perioperative informatics and equipment.

Responsibilities

Provides intraoperative first and second assistive functions.
Maintains a safe perioperative environment and supports the OR team.
Performs preoperative and postoperative duties and adheres to PHI policies.
Complies with department policies and orientation documentation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Detail orientation

Informatics knowledge

Equipment proficiency

Education

Surgical Assistant Program

NBSTSA NCCSA ABSA certifications

Job description

Job Description - SA or RNFA- OR (250009UA)

SA or RNFA- OR - ( 250009UA )

A Brief Overview

The Surgical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to meet needs of the patient during the perioperative period. Provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.

What You Will Do

Provides intraoperative technical functions in all facets of the first assistant role.
Displays knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body while delivering safe patient care.
Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.
Supports the perioperative area as assigned per entity.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Education

Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program or an equivalent program that meets the educational requirements of the designated national certifying body. (Required)

Work Experience

Physician relations experience strongly (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Excellent interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
Detail oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills. (Required proficiency)
Demonstrated skills related to Informatics Technology. (Required proficiency)
Working knowledge of equipment with the ability to troubleshoot issues for resolution. (Required proficiency)

Licenses and Certifications

National certification from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (Required Upon Hire) or
National certification from Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (Required Upon Hire) or
National certification from American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) (Required Upon Hire)

Physical Demands