Surgical Tech - First Assistant

Saint Francis Healthcare Memphis-Bartlett; Bartlett (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Hospital is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to support the surgeon with exposure, hemostasis, and closure, including preoperative and postoperative duties to optimize patient care.

The role requires graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited program, 3 years scrub/assisting experience, BLS, Surgical Technology and Surgical First Assistant certifications, and active licensure or registration as required by law.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program.
• 3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
• BLS, Surgical Technology certification.
• Surgical First Assistant certification.
• Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice as required by law in state of practice.

Responsibilities

• Provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and intraoperative technical functions.
• Ensure appropriate equipment is available for procedures.
• Review permit to confirm procedure.
• Assist in moving and positioning patient.
• Provide assistance throughout the procedure in various surgical techniques.

Skills

Surgical scrub

Assisting

Education

Associate degree

CAAHEP accredited program

Tools

Surgical Technology certification

BLS

Surgical First Assistant certification

Job description

• Education: Associate degree

Overview

Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett Hospital is committed to providing exceptional patient care in a supportive and collaborative environment. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work with advanced technology and be part of a healthcare community dedicated to making a positive impact on the lives of our patients.

At Saint Francis Hospital - Bartlett, We Understand That Our Greatest Asset Is Our Dedicated Team Of Professionals. That’s Why We Offer More Than a Job – We Provide a Comprehensive Benefit Package That Prioritizes Your Health, Professional Development, And Work-life Balance. The Available Plans And Programs Include

• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan with employer match
• Generous paid time off
• Career development and continuing education opportunities
• Health savings accounts, healthcare & dependent flexible spending accounts
• Employee Assistance program, Employee discount program
• Voluntary benefits include pet insurance, legal insurance, accident and critical illness insurance, long term care, elder & childcare, auto & home insurance

Note

Eligibility for benefits may vary by location and is determined by employment status

Job Summary

The surgical first assistant, under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions. The surgical first assistant may also perform preoperative and postoperative duties to facilitate patient care.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for ensuring appropriate equipment is available
• Reviewing permit to confirm procedure
• Assist in moving and positioning patient
• Providing assistance throughout the procedure in a variety of surgical techniques
• Performs duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Required:
  • Education: Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program
  • Experience:3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • BLS, Surgical Technology certification
    • Surgical First Assistant certification
    • Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.

• Preferred:
  • Education: Associate degree
  • Experience: 5 years as surgical technician.

Organization Description

Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett is a 196-bed full service hospital located at 2986 Kate Bond Rd in Bartlett. Opened in 2004, the hospital provides an extensive offering of medical services including a 24-hour emergency room, critical care, cardiac care, oncology, urology, physical therapy and a 16-bed orthopedic/spine unit. Saint Francis Hospital-Bartlett has been honored with the American Heart Associations Get With The GuidelinesStroke Gold Plus Achievement Award, Leapfrog Groups A Hospital Safety Score, and has received Chest Pain Center Accreditation from the Society of Cardiovascular Patient Care. At Saint Francis Healthcare, you can grow your career skills and be a vital member of our team where we strive to be No. 1 in quality, safety and service excellence. Join our team!

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• Required:
  • Education: Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program
  • Experience:3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
  • Licensure/Certification:
    • BLS, Surgical Technology certification
    • Surgical First Assistant certification
    • Currently licensed, certified, or registered to practice profession as required by law, regulation in state of practice or policy.

• Preferred:
  • Education: Associate degree
  • Experience: 5 years as surgical technician.

• Responsible for ensuring appropriate equipment is available
• Reviewing permit to confirm procedure
• Assist in moving and positioning patient
• Providing assistance throughout the procedure in a variety of surgical techniques
• Performs duties as assigned.