Surgical Assistant

Good Samaritan Society; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 36,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Work/life balance benefits

Generous time off

Job summary

Sanford Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support operating surgeons during procedures and ensure safety and efficiency throughout the operative process.

Responsibilities include assisting with intraoperative tasks, preparing tools, coordinating preoperative plans, and administering preoperative medications under supervision. Certification as CSTFA or RNFA preferred; current Surgical Technologist registration required.

Qualifications

• Certification as CSTFA or RNFA preferred.
• Current registration as Surgical Technologist with applicable state board.

Responsibilities

• Assists operating surgeons in carrying out technical surgical procedures following safety laws and regulations.
• Assists with intraoperative tasks such as homeostasis, exposure, and closure to support safe procedures.
• Prepares surgical tools and equipment; coordinates preoperative plans with surgeons and health team.
• Administers preoperative medications and reports patient responses to surgeons and anesthesiologists.

Education

Certification as Certified Surgical Assistant (CSTFA) or RNFA

Current registration as Surgical Technologist

Job description

Careers With Purpose

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Facility: Bismarck Med Ctr
Location: Bismarck, ND
Address: 300 N 7th St, Bismarck, ND 58501, USA
Shift: 8 Hours - Day Shifts
Job Schedule: Full time
Weekly Hours: 40.00
Salary Range: $26.00 - $41.50

Department Details

Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7am-3:30pm. Position does require call which is once per week, and one weekend every 4-5 weeks.

Certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant, CSTFA, or RNFA preferred.

Job Summary

Assists operating surgeons in carrying out technical surgical procedures in accordance with applicable safety laws and regulations. Assists operating surgeons with intra-operative procedures like homeostasis, exposure, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon in carrying out a safe procedure with optimal results for the patient. Develops specialized preoperative plans in coordination with appropriate surgeons and health team members. Prepares surgical tools and equipment, takes preventative measures to ensure applicable health and safety regulations are satisfied, and assist with patient positioning when necessary. Administers preoperative medications and reports the responses of patients to assigned surgeons and anesthesiologists.

Qualifications

Required to meet one of the following criteria:

1. Eligibility to sit for the certification of Surgical Assistant exam.

2. Current registration through the applicable state board of nursing as a Surgical Technologist while also having current certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA).

Preferred qualification: Candidates who have their first assist certification, but willing to train if not.

Benefits

Sanford offers an attractive benefits package for qualifying full-time and part-time employees. Depending on eligibility, a variety of benefits include health insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan, work/life balance benefits, and a generous time off package to maintain a healthy home-work balance. For more information about Total Rewards, visit https://sanfordcareers.com/benefits .

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-673-0854 or send an email to [e-mail] .

Sanford has a Drug Free Workplace Policy. An accepted offer will require a drug screen and pre-employment background screening as a condition of employment.

Req Number: R-0267244
Job Function: Allied Health
Featured: No