Surgical First Assist OR

Ascension; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health coverage

403(b) retirement plan

PTO and holidays

Tuition reimbursement

Employee Assistance Program

Job summary

Ascension's Saint Thomas West in Nashville, TN seeks a part-time Certified First Surgical Assistant to join the Main OR. This role requires 24 hours per week with guaranteed hours and weekend night shifts.

You will assist the surgical team by positioning patients, providing visualization of the operative site, controlling bleeding, closing incisions, applying dressings, and helping prepare the suite per surgeon preferences.

Qualifications

• BLS Provider within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant required; various boards accepted as listed in posting.
• Education: High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable experience.

Responsibilities

• Position patient for best exposure and safety; use stabilizing equipment as needed.
• Provide visualization of operative site; manipulate tissue, retract, sponging, suction and irrigation.
• Use techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with wound closure, dressings and drainage systems; assist in room cleanup after cases.
• Prepare surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with instruments and supplies.

Skills

BLS Provider

Certified First Surgical Assistant

Education

High school diploma or equivalent + 2 years experience

Associate's degree or technical degree

4 years applicable cumulative job experience

Job description

• This position requires 24 hours per week and includes guaranteed hours.
• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems. Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

Your future role at a glance

• Location: Nashville, TN
• Facility: Saint Thomas West
• Department: Main OR
• Schedule: Part-time | Weekend Nights

How you’ll make an impact in this role

• This position requires 24 hours per week and includes guaranteed hours.
• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems. Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

What Minimum Requirements You’ll Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date provided. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date required. Hired/transferred before 5/30/21 not required to hold certification. Accepted: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting; American Board of Surgical Assistants; or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Benefits that help you thrive

• Comprehensive health coverage: medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage and HSA/FSA options
• Financial security & retirement: employer-matched 403(b), planning and hardship resources, disability and life insurance
• Time to recharge: paid time off (PTO) and holidays
• Career growth: Ascension-paid tuition (Vocare), reimbursement, ongoing professional development and online learning
• Emotional well-being: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources
• Family support: parental leave, adoption assistance and family benefits
• Other benefits: optional legal and pet insurance, transportation savings and more

Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 99,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

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