Surgical Technician First AssistantAbout UsHere at Baylor Scott & White Health we promote the wellbeing of all individuals families and communities. Baylor Scott and White is the largest notforprofit healthcare system in Texas that empowers you to live Core Values are:We serve faithfully by doing whats right with a joyful never settle by constantly striving for are in it together by supporting one another and those we make an impact by taking initiative and delivering exceptional benefits are designed to help you live well no matter where you are on your journey. For full details on coverage and eligibility visit the Baylor Scott & White Benefits Hub to explore our offerings which may include:Eligibility on day 1 for all benefitsDollarfordollar 401(k) match up to 5%Debtfree tuition assistance offering access to many nocost and lowcost degrees certificates and moreImmediate access to time off benefitsAt Baylor Scott & White Health your wellbeing is our top SummaryThe Surgical Tech First Assistant works as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and a First Assistant. This position assists surgeons and surgical teams during major and complex procedures. It functions under a Registered Nurses direction as a CST and under a Surgeons direction as a First Functions of the RoleEnsures supplies equipment and instruments are available and working for each procedure. Updates surgeon preference cards for equipment radiology supplies and notes. Pulls opens and sets up cases. Coordinates with surgeons on equipment and supply needs before procedures. Assists in constructing specialty instrument the operating room according to surgical procedure schedules. Arranges sterile setups of instrument table supplies and equipment for specific procedures. Wraps instruments for gas or steam sterilization. Performs quality control procedures on equipment and reports any issues. Ensures cleanliness of the OR before and after for cases in major surgical services follow established procedures and standards. This requires advanced knowledge of anatomy surgical instruments surgeons preferences and other technical and prepares surgical teams according to Success FactorsMust have good communication have excellent knowledge of operating room be able to work effectively with all hospital have excellent knowledge of patient protocols within a clinic be able to work well with all members of the office be able to assist the physician in all aspects of the practice including assisting in StatementWe believe that all people should feel welcomed valued and supported and that our workforce should be reflective of the communities we Grad of an Accredited ProgramEXPERIENCE 2 Years of ExperienceCERTIFICATION/LICENSE/REGISTRATION Basic Life Support (BLS): BLS or BLS within 30 days of hire or Surgical First Asst (CSFA) Cert Surgical Technologist (CST): Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or CSFA (Certified Surgical First Assistant) required from NBSTA or NCCT.
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