Surgical Tech First Assist

Employment Type:

Part time

Shift:

Day Shift

Description:

The surgical assistant is responsible for assisting the surgeon under direct and indirect supervision throughout preoperative, intraoperative and post-operative duties and procedures at all times.
JOB SPECIFICATIONS AND CORE COMPETENCIES
Education:

Graduate from an accredited surgical assisting program.
Licensure/Certification:

CSFA, CSA, or SA-C certification required.
Experience:

2 years in operating room as a surgical technologist or current certification.
Other Job Requirements:
Knowledge of operating room and patient safety procedures.
Uses initiative and creativity in fulfilling the professional role. Functions as a teacher, consultant and leader.
Work is substantially complex and varied and requires the selection and application of technical and detailed guidelines. Analytical ability is needed to gather and interpret data where results/answers can be found after analysis of several facts.
Requires independent judgement to identify, select and apply the most appropriate of available guidelines and procedures as well as interpret precedent.
Skilled in effective participation on surgical team, in safety and infection control procedures and in equipment maintenance.
Remains flexible to the unit's needs and changing situations.
Assigned hours within your shift, starting time, or days of work are subject to change based on departmental and/or organizational needs.
Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.