MUSCP Surgical Assistant Surgery Cardiothoracic Surgery
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Job Location:
Charleston, SC - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
30+ days ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description Summary
The Surgical First Assistant is responsible for the performance of direct patient care and services under the direct supervision of all attending physicians assigned. The duties include being the First Assistant in all aspects of surgical procedures suturing of all surgical wounds using accepted techniques or as directed by the attending surgeon as well as other duties.Entity
University Medical Associates (UMA) Only Employees and FinancialsWorker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
RegularCost Center
CC001068 COM SURG CT Adult Cardiac Surgery CCPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
Health-35Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
25% - Function as First Assistant in all aspects of Cardiac surgical procedures.
25% - Harvest the Greater Saphenous Vein or Radial Artery via an Endoscopic or open technique.
25% - Suturing of all surgical wounds using accepted techniques or as directed by the attending
surgeon. Insertion of required tubes lines drains including arterial venous chest drains or
Intra Aortic Balloon Pumps (IABP) as directed by surgeon. Removes IABP or chest tubes
when appropriate.
25% - Confirms with the surgeon and all members of the surgical team the correct patient and operative site(s) through a time out procedure. Identifies unsafe patient care practices and assumes responsibility for intervention. Serves as a clinical expert and educator to nurses and those who come to learn. Assists with the orientation of new coworkers and Physician Assistants with regard to Endoscopic Vein Harvesting and first assisting. Provides direct patient care when necessary during emergent situations.
Additional Job Description
Minimum Training and Education: Must have BS degree from an accredited College or University. Must have a minimum of 3-5 years experience in a Cardiac Surgical Certifications Registrations: Certification as a surgical assistant by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) certification or American Red Cross BLS for Healthcare Providers certification is requiredIf you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.
Medical University of South Carolina participates in the federal E-Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E-Verify program please click here: Experience:
Junior IC
Key Skills
- Crew Management
- Cost Estimation
- Infection Control
- AC Maintenance
- Auto Parts
- Fire Alarm
About Company
The Medical University of South Carolina located in beautiful historic Charleston, South Carolina.
