Surgical Assistant Specialty Coordinator

Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters; Newport News (VA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a Surgical Assistant Specialty Coordinator to enhance patient outcomes during surgical procedures. This role involves collaborating with surgeons and healthcare teams, performing essential preoperative and postoperative tasks, and ensuring the operating room is well-prepared and organized. Ideal candidates will possess strong surgical knowledge, excellent communication skills, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment. Join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional care and making a difference in patients' lives.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited surgical assistant program required.
• CPR certification must be obtained within 45 days of hire.

Responsibilities

• Assist with preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative functions.
• Maintain supply levels for the operating room and coordinate with surgeons.
• Provide age-appropriate assessments and evaluations of care.

Skills

Surgical Anatomy Knowledge

Team Collaboration

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Communication Skills

Education

Accredited Surgical Assistant Program

CPR Certification

Job description

• GENERAL SUMMARY

  • The Surgical Assistant Specialty Coordinator works under the direction and supervision of a surgeon and collaborates with the health care team members to facilitate optimal outcomes for patients undergoingsurgical procedures. This position performs pre-operative, intraoperative and postoperative technical functions to assist the surgeon. The Surgical Assistant Specialty Coordinator responsibilities include but are not limited to utilizing the appropriate techniques for positioning and preparing the patient for surgery, providing visualization of the operative site, assisting with hemostasis, volume replacement or auto transfusion as well as assisting with the closure of body planes. Reports to department leadership.

• ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Provides age-appropriate preoperative assessment and postoperative evaluation of care.
  • Applies the appropriate wound dressings and aids in securing drainage systems to tissue.
  • Assists with the sterilization and preparation of equipment and supplies.
  • Follows all hospital policies related to surgical procedures and the disposal of contaminated items.
  • Participates in the design, coordination, education, evaluation and/or implementation of programs related to patient care programs.
  • Reviews Operating Room (OR) schedules and routinely interacts and communicates with the surgeons to ensure all resources are available for cases as needed in their specialty area.
  • Responsible for the planning, organizing and procurement of OR supply inventory; maintains appropriate supply levels for operating room.
  • Collaborates with hospital staff on OR charging system.
  • Works closely with department management to establish departmental goals and objectives for supply management.
  • Serves as a preceptor to ensure staff is oriented to their service specialty.
  • Participates in plans for growth of services.
  • Communicates with other members of the healthcare team to ensure critical information is relayed throughout the perioperative period.
  • Maintains proficiency in technical and professional skills.
  • Performs all other duties as assigned.
• LICENSES AND/OR CERTIFICATIONS
  • Required Licenses and/or Certifications
    • Cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR) training designation is required at time of hire or must be obtained within 45 days of hire.
  • Preferred Licenses and/or Certifications
    • Licensed Surgical Assistant in the State of Virginia preferred.
    • Certified Surgical Assistant by The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.
• MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
  • Required Education and Experience
    • Graduate of an accredited surgical assistant program required.
    • At time of hire, a record of completion for all education, licenses, training and/or certifications is required.
    • Continuous re-certification and/or maintenance of state licensures, certifications, training, educational and application requirements is required during employment.
  • Preferred Education and Experience
    • Two years or more surgical assistant experience preferred.
    • Pediatric experience preferred.
  • Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
    • Demonstrates knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques.
    • Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and empathetic team player who takes initiative.
    • Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and commitment to accuracy.
    • Excellent time management skills, able to shift priorities and able to work independently and problem solve in a fast paced, fluid environment.
    • Possesses strong verbal, written, and interpersonal skills as well as, the ability to interact with and build collegial relationships with diverse individuals.
    • Demonstrates skills necessary to effectively communicate clinical data to physicians and other health care providers.
• WORKING CONDITIONS
  • Surgical area work environment with frequent exposure to unpleasant odors from disinfectant solutions/chemicals. Possible exposure to infectious agents when handling instruments or hazardous materials. Potential for personal harm or injury is reduced when proper safety and health precautions are followed. Exposure to communicable diseases and moderately adverse working conditions due to the need to perform certain patient care activities can be expected.
• PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
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