What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical First Assistant - $31-39 per hour position at Tenet-AZ Region?
Tenet-AZ Region is seeking a Surgical First Assistant for a job in Goodyear, Arizona. Job Description & Requirements Specialty : Surgical First Assistant Discipline : Allied Health Professional Duration : Ongoing 36 hours per week Shift : 12 hours, days Employment Type : Staff Certified Surgical First Assistant FT Days The Operating Room Surgical Technologist is responsible for assisting thephysician with advanced tasks during surgical procedures. The OR ST must be ableto work under high pressure in a fast paced environment. You will apply goodinterpersonal and communication process utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills toachieve organizational service goals of customer satisfaction and a positive workenvironment. The position requires the ability to be conscientious, organized, andorderly and the ability to respond quickly to the needs of the surgeon and patient. Responsibilities 1. Prepares for surgical procedures by pulling appropriate instruments andsupplies. Reviews case carts for correct instruments and supplies; ensures goodworking order of instruments. Troubleshoots malfunctioning equipment andmakes minor adjustments or calls biomedical equipment staff. Checks scheduleand plans ahead for upcoming surgical case needs. 2. Anticipates the surgeon's needs. Scrubs and provides instruments, sutures, andother sterile supplies during surgical procedure. Passes instruments and retractstissue. 3. Demonstrates the principles of aseptic technique and universal precautionsthroughout the procedure. Participates in counting sharps, instruments andsponges. Prepares instruments for cleaning following each case. Disposes ofsharps and trash appropriately in designated areas. 4. Ensures that all surgeon preference cards are accurate. 5. Assists with OR turnover between cases. Participates in stocking, replenishingsupplies and cleaning operating rooms. 6. Participates in or leads the training and orientation of surgical staff andstudents, as assigned. 7. This position follows safety procedures in regard to medication labeling,appropriate handling of specimens, appropriate handling of sharps, time-outprocedure, radiation and laser safety, infection control, assembling anddisassembling instruments. Minimum education : Surgical technologist certification program Preferred Education : Minimum experience : 1 year of experience in a surgical technologist role Preferred experience : 1 year in Level 1 trauma OR setting Required licenses / certifications : Surgical technologist certification and Basic life support certification Hours per week : 36 hours On call requirement : Yes Tenet-AZ Region Job ID 2403003869.
Salary : $31 - $39
