What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical First Assistant- Open Heart Team 1.0 D position at C0007 Franciscan Health Lafayette?
Franciscan Health Lafayette East Campus 1701 S Creasy Ln Lafayette, Indiana 47905 WHO WE ARE With 12 ministries and access points across Indiana and Illinois, Franciscan Health is one of the largest Catholic health care systems in the Midwest. Franciscan Health takes pride in hiring coworkers that provide compassionate, comprehensive care for our patients and the communities we serve. WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT Professional Development Opportunities Faith-based, Mission-focused Organization Operating Room – Function as Open Heart Team Member 7-5:30pm Day Shift - On Call Required Assist in the cleanup of the surgical environment after a procedure, ensuring the operating room is cleaned and set up for turnover to the next procedure. Assist in updating clinical resources such as instrument and preference lists and orientation aids. Conduct hemostasis procedures including the application of electrosurgical unit to clamps, vessels, and tissue, sponging bodily fluids and stylizing suction techniques. Conduct various types of wound closure and suturing, applies skin staples and appropriately approximates the skin to best facilitate the healing process. Perform retractor placement and manipulation, and management of instruments in the operative field to prevent obstruction of the surgeon’s view; anticipate exposure needs based on knowledge of the surgeon’s preference, procedure, and anatomical structures. Prepare for surgical procedures by obtaining appropriate instruments, supplies and equipment and appropriate records for specific surgical procedures; open surgical supplies/equipment, clean and prepare instruments for sterilization process and restocks pre-operative carts. QUALIFICATIONS High School Diploma/GED Required 1 year Surgery Preferred Basic Life Support Program (BLS) American Heart Association Required within 90 Days Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) TRAVEL IS REQUIRED: Never or Rarely EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER It is the policy of Franciscan Alliance to provide equal employment to its employees and qualified applicants for employment as otherwise required by an applicable local, state or Federal law. Franciscan Alliance reserves a Right of Conscience objection in the event local, state or Federal ordinances that violate its values and the free exercise of its religious rights. Franciscan Alliance is committed to equal employment opportunity. Franciscan provides eligible employees with comprehensive benefit offerings. Find an overview on the benefit section of our career site, jobs.franciscanhealth.org.
