Surgical First Assistant

CommonSpirit Health; Bismarck (ND); On-site; USD 39,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

CHI St. Alexius Health in Bismarck, ND is seeking a Surgery Clinic Scrub Tech, First Assistant in a PRN role. You will assist surgeons, coordinate with anesthesia and OR staff, and ensure sterile technique and patient safety during operations.

The position requires ND UAP registry, CST within 90 days, and BLS within 480 hours. No prior experience is required beyond clinical schooling; Associate degree in Surgical Technology is preferred.

Qualifications

• ND Board of Nursing UAP Registry before start date.
• CST certification within 90 days of employment.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification within 480 hours of employment.
• No previous clinical experience required beyond schooling.
• Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Set up, maintain, and monitor sterile fields to high standards.
• Anticipate surgeon's needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Collaborate with RNs on counts and ensure medication safety.
• Participate in the Time-out process for patient safety.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant operating room environment.

Skills

Surgical tech

Team collaboration

Ability under pressure

Organization

Education

Associate degree in Surgical Technology

Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) within 90 days

Job description

Job Summary and Responsibilities

As our Surgery Clinic Scrub Tech, First Assistant, you will play a critical role in patient care, work alongside top surgeons, and participate in life-saving procedures daily.

Everyday you will communicate and provide assistance to physicians, patients, anesthesia, staff, family members, and visitors to ensure highest standards are met within the Operating room.

To be successful in this role you must anticipate needs, colloboate with the surgical team, monitor sterile fields and set the OR up for success.

Responsibilities:

• Set up, maintain, and monitor sterile fields with the highest standards.
• Anticipate surgeon's needs and pass instruments efficiently.
• Collaborate with RNs on counts and ensure medication safety.
• Actively participate in the Time-out process.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and compliant operating room environment.

This is a PRN position

Job Requirements

Required

• Must be registered on the North Dakota Board of Nursing Unlicensed Assistive Persons (UAP) Registry prior to start date. Must be a Certified Surgical Technician or gain your CST within 90 days of employment.
• Basic Life Support Certification within 480 hours of employment and meets re-certification as required.
• No previous experience required, other than clinical lab with schooling.
• Ability to organize assignments and work under pressure.

Preferred

• Associate degree from an approved school of Surgical Technology preferred.

Where You'll Work

Since 1885, CHI St. Alexius Health has been dedicated to leading health care in this region by enriching the lives of patients through the highest quality of care. We seek to continue our tradition of success and innovation with individuals dedicated to delivering the highest level of expertise and quality.Together we can continue to grow and support the legacy of CHI St. Alexius Health for many years to come.

CHI St. Alexius Health is a regional health network with a tertiary hospital in Bismarck, the system also consists of critical access hospitals (CAHs) in Carrington, Dickinson, Devils Lake, Garrison, Turtle Lake, Washburn and Williston and numerous clinics and outpatient services. CHI St. Alexius Health manages four CAHs in North Dakota - Elgin, Linton, and Wishek, as well as Mobridge Regional Medical Center in Mobridge, S.D. CHI St. Alexius Health offers a comprehensive line of inpatient and outpatient medical services, including: a Level II Trauma Center, primary and specialty physician clinics, home health and hospice services, durable medical equipment services, a fitness and human performance center and ancillary services throughout western and central North Dakota.

CHI St. Alexius Health is part of CommonSpirit Health, a nonprofit, Catholic health system dedicated to advancing health for all people. It was created in February 2019 through the alignment of Catholic Health Initiatives and Dignity Health. CommonSpirit Health is committed to creating healthier communities, delivering exceptional patient care, and ensuring every person has access to quality health care.