Certified First Assistant Frye Regional Medical Center
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Job Location:
Hickory, NC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
10 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
02204 Certified Surgical Tech-First Assist
Provides direct assistance to the surgeon(s) during surgical procedures.
Reports to: Director of Surgery/OR
FLSA: Non-exempt
Education: Associates Degree Preferred; Graduate of a Program in Discipline Required
License: Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Skills
Requires critical thinking skills decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.
Essential Functions
-Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure using stabilizing equipment when necessary while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
-Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method including manipulation of tissue and materials retraction sponging suctioning and irrigation.
-Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
-Assists with body plane closure application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
Non-Essential Functions
1. Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers clients patients contractors and vendors.
2. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
3. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g. HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.
Required to take call per schedule requirements
Key Skills
- EMR Systems
- Clinical Laboratory Experience
- Athenahealth
- Algebra
- eClinicalWorks
- Primary Care Experience
- Phlebotomy
- Medical office experience
- Vital Signs Experience
- Experience Administering Injections
- Medical Terminology
- Medication Administration
About Company
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 a ... View more
