What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Tech First Assist Per Diem Days position at The Hospitals of Providence - East Campus?
Summary
The surgical first assistant, under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions. The surgical 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.
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.
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