First Assist
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Job Description
Provides assistance to the surgeon during surgical procedures including exposure hemostasis suturing tying tissue manipulation closing wounds and applying dressings. Collaboration with the surgical team and under the supervision of a RN assumes responsibility for the care and safety of patients during surgical procedures. Facilitates communication between the surgeon perioperative team and other hospital departments. Formal Education Required Completion of an accredited program for First Assisting. Certified Surgical Technician (CST) Experience & Training Required Completion of required clinical experience during education process is required. BCLS certification Other Skills Competencies and Qualifications Possess manual dexterity for assisting skills Ability to work irregular hours Ability to maintain patient confidentiality Maintains current knowledge of nursing practices/procedures related to care of surgical patients Ability to work independently Ability to foster good working relationships with other departments and OR staff members and to work closely with all members of the peri-operative team physicians patients/families etc. to assure optimal peri-operative nursing care. Ability to effectively interact with populations of patients/customers with an understanding of their needs for self-respect and dignity Level of Physical Demands Heavy: Exerts 50-100 pounds of force occasionally and/or 25 to 50 pounds of force frequently and/or ten to 20 pounds of force continuously to move objects. Ability to stand and walk for extended periods of time. Occasional carrying climbing of stairs and exposure to dust fumes or gas. Frequent lifting pushing pulling bending squatting kneeling reaching and twisting.
Employment Type
Full-time
