Surgical Tech First Assistant

Valley Baptist Health System; Harlingen (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

Valley Baptist Health System in Harlingen, TX seeks a Surgical Technologist First Assistant to support surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and closure during operations. The role requires completion of a CAAHEP-accredited program and relevant scrubbing/assisting experience.

A credentialed assistant in good standing is expected to join a compassionate team at a faith-based hospital. The position is per diem, with day shifts, offering opportunities for professional growth and involvement in

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program.
• Preferred: Associate degree.
• 3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.
• 5 years as surgical technician.

Responsibilities

• Ensure appropriate equipment is available and ready for procedures.
• Review permits to confirm procedures and patient position.
• Assist in moving and positioning patients.
• Provide intraoperative assistance across a range of surgical techniques.

Skills

Surgical assistance

Education

CAAHEP-accredited program

Associate degree (preferred)

Job description

Overview

Embark on a rewarding career with Valley Baptist - Harlingen hospital. If you are a compassionate healthcare professional eager to contribute to patient care, this is your opportunity where your skills make a difference every day. Join us in delivering exceptional healthcare with a personal touch.

At Valley Baptist - Harlingen, 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

Per Diem, Days

The surgical technologist first assistant, under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that are within validated skills received during approved, first assistant training course as well as those approved by applicable regulatory agencies, e.g. state and/or federal. The surgical technologist 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.

Qualifications

Education

Required: Graduate of a CAAHEP accredited program.

Preferred: Associate degree.

Experience

Required: 3 years scrub and/or assisting experience.

Preferred: 5 years as surgical technician.

Certifications

Required: AHA 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.

Organization Description

We help people achieve health for life through compassionate service inspired by faith. Since the early 1920s, Valley Baptist Medical Center hospitals have been involved in the community, caring for the health and spiritual needs of people in the Rio Grande Valley. We are dedicated to continuing our strong tradition of providing quality, compassionate healthcare that puts people first. Our mission is to serve, heal and educate with concern for the whole patient, an understanding of the economic environment and a relentless commitment to quality. Join our team!

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