Surgical Technologist - First Assist

Ascension; Wichita (KS); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider dedicated to serving Kansas communities for over 135 years. This role offers the opportunity to assist in surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and comfort while working alongside skilled surgeons. As part of a compassionate team, you'll contribute to a mission-driven organization that values community impact and personal growth. With a focus on excellence in care and a supportive environment, this position is ideal for those looking to make a meaningful difference in healthcare. Embrace the chance to grow your career in a nurturing and innovative setting.

Benefits

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Health Insurance Options

Retirement Benefits

Long-term Disability

Employee Assistance Programs

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Adoption Assistance

Qualifications

• BLS Provider certification required within 30 days of hire.
• Surgical Assistant credential from NBSTSA required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures ensuring patient safety.
• Prepare the surgical suite with required instruments and supplies.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the operating room.

Skills

Surgical Assistance

Patient Positioning

Hemostasis Techniques

Operating Room Protocols

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

Associate's Degree or Technical Degree

Job description

Details

• Department:Surgery - Vascular
• Schedule:Full time, day shift, working Monday - Friday from 6:30am - 3:00pm, rotating night, weekend, and holiday call requirements
• Hospital:Ascension Via Christi, St Francis
• Location:Wichita, KS

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO)
Various health insurance options & wellness plans
Retirement benefits including employer match plans
Long-term & short-term disability
Employee assistance programs (EAP)
Parental leave & adoption assistance
Tuition reimbursement
Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.

• 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.

Requirements

Licensure / Certification / Registration:

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date OR job transfer date required. American Heart Association OR American Red Cross accepted.
• Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical
  Assisting (NBSTSA) required.

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.

Additional Preferences

• Peripheral Vascular assisting experience preferred

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Via Christi caregivers have been caring for and providing healing to Kansas communities for more than 135 years. As the largest healthcare provider in Kansas, we offer career opportunities across a number of hospitals, clinics, therapy centers and home health services.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

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Ascension will provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender, sexual orientation, gender identification or expression, age, disability, marital status, amnesty, genetic information, carrier status or any other legally protected status or status as a covered veteran 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.

As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

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