Surgical First Assistant II - Neurosurgical

1000 Owensboro Health, Inc.; Owensboro (KY); On-site; USD 52,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Owensboro Health Regional Hospital is seeking a Certified Surgical Assistant to support neurosurgical procedures by assisting physicians in invasive and non-invasive techniques. You will participate in tissue handling, hemostasis, patient positioning, and closure under supervision in a high-stakes surgical environment.

The role requires a minimum of 2 years' surgical assistance experience, a high school diploma or GED, and certifications (NCCSA/NSAA or NBSTSA) with BLS within 90 days of hire,

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years' relevant experience as a surgical assistant.
• NCCSA/NSAA/ NBSTSA certification and BLS required within 90 days of employment.
• High school diploma or GED required on hire.

Responsibilities

• Provides visualization of the operative site and assists with tissue handling, retraction, suction, and irrigation.
• Assists with achieving hemostasis using appropriate technique.
• Aids in body plane closure, wound dressings, and drainage systems.
• Assists patient positioning using stabilizing equipment for safety and comfort.

Skills

Critical thinking

Decisive judgment

Under direct supervision

Education

High school diploma / GED

BLS certification upon hire

CSA/CSFA or NBSTSA certification upon hire

Job description

Weekend Requirements: As Needed | Work Hours: 645a-515p | Status: Full Time - 1.0 FTE (80 hours per pay period) | Entity: Owensboro Health Regional Hospital | Department: Surgery

Job Summary

Provides direct assistance to physicians in procedural areas including invasive and non-invasive techniques. Serves as a member of the Neurosurgical specialty team.

Job Responsibilities

• Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
• Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.
• Assists with positioning of patient utilizing stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Performs job duties in accordance with guidelines and professional standards outlined by the state practice standards for the profession.

Skills and Attributes

• Requires critical thinking skills and decisive judgment.
• Works under direct supervision.
• Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Position Requirements

• Work Experience: A minimum of 2 years' relevant experience as determined by the organization preferred.
• Education: High school diploma, General Equivalency Diploma (GED) or higher required upon hire.
• Licensure/Certification/Registration: CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant through the National Commission on Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) required upon hire OR CSA - Certified Surgical Assistant through the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) required upon hire OR CSFA - Certified Surgical First Assistant through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) required upon hire AND BLS - Certified as a Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider required within 90 days of employment in this position.

Organizational Responsibilities

Supports Owensboro Health’s Mission, Vision, Core Commitments, and business interests. Adheres to all organizational policies and procedures. Executes all tasks and behaves in a manner consistent with a culture of compliance, safety and a high reliability organization.

Additional Job Information

This job description describes the general nature and level of work required by the position. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of qualifications, skills, duties, responsibilities or working conditions of the job. Specific duties and responsibilities consistent with the general nature and level of work described may vary by department and additional related duties may be assigned as needed. Some duties listed may not apply to all employees with this job description. The job description is subject to change with or without notice, and Management reserves the right to add, modify or remove any qualification or duty. Nothing in this job description changes the existing at-will employment relationship between the Organization and the employee occupying the position.

Standard ADA Settings

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physical Demands

Clinical-Hospital Standing: Frequently Walking: Frequently Sitting: Occasionally Lifting 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Lifting 25-75 lbs.: Rarely Lifting over 75 lbs.: Rarely Carrying 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Carrying 2575 lbs.: Rarely Carrying over 75 lbs.: Rarely Pushing/Pulling 0-25 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling 25-75 lbs.: Frequently Pushing/Pulling over 75 lbs.: Frequently Climbing: Occasionally Bending/Stooping: Frequently Kneeling: Occasionally Crouching/Crawling: Occasionally Reaching: Frequently Talking: Frequently Hearing: Frequently Repetitive Foot/Leg Movements: Rarely Repetitive Hand/Arm Movements: Frequently Keyboard Data Entry: Frequently Running: Occasionally Vision: Depth Perception: Frequently Vision: Distinguish Color: Frequently Vision: Seeing Far: Frequently Vision: Seeing Near: Frequently Hazardous Drug Risk Exposure: Risk Level: Low-Risk

Owensboro Health Core Commitments

• INTEGRITY - We conduct ourselves with a high level of responsibility, reliability and honesty because we take seriously the trust of our patients and coworkers.
• RESPECT - We value and accept the unique talents and contributions of every patient, customer and team member in the Owensboro Health community.
• TEAMWORK - We build a spirit of connectivity and fellowship by striving together to overcome obstacles, surpass goals, celebrate accomplishments and plan the future.
• INNOVATION - We foster original ideas and creative solutions that improve our daily work and promote the mission of Owensboro Health.
• SERVICE - We focus on service to patients, customers and team members by anticipating their needs, thoughtfully meeting those needs and continually improving the quality of everything we do.
• EXCELLENCE - We reach beyond basic expectations to expand our knowledge and awareness, produce exceptional work and provide outstanding service.

Company Overview

Owensboro Health is a nonprofit health system with a mission to heal the sick and to improve the health of the communities we serve in Kentucky and Indiana. The system includes Owensboro Health Regional Hospital, nationally recognized for design, architecture and engineering; Owensboro Health Muhlenberg Community Hospital; Owensboro Health Twin Lakes Medical Center; the Owensboro Health Medical Group comprised of over 200 providers at more than 30 locations; three outpatient Healthplex facilities, a certified medical fitness facility, the Healthpark; a surgical weight loss center and program, and the Mitchell Memorial Cancer Center.