Surgical Technologist-FA- Mercy South OR
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Job Location:
St. Louis, MO - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Find your calling at Mercy!
Under the supervision of the surgeon The Surgical Tech First Assist (ST-FA) is a role whichprovidesadditionalassistance to the surgeon in the Operating Room over and above that normally provided. As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS) surgical assistants provide aid in exposurehemostasis closure and other interoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safer operation withoptimalresults for the addition the ST-FA may perform in the role of the Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room as needed. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission values and guiding principles.Position Details:
Mercy South Operating Room
10010 Kennerly Rd
St LouisMissouri63128
$7500 Sign on Bonus for experienced candidates!
Day-One comprehensive medical dental & vision insurance
Employer-Matched Retirement Funds
Shift Differentials
Free parking on campus!
Certified Surgical Tech - FA I
High-School Diploma or GED and Successful completion of a Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program are required. You may be asked to provide proof of education.
First Assist Certification (CSFA) from an accredited Surgical Technologist First Assist Program and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist I performs the competencies of a First Assist in a single specialty (clinic based).
Surgical Tech - FA (non-certified ST)
High-School Diploma or GED required.
Non-Certified Route: WIll train the right candidate. 1-2 years of scrub experience required.
NCCT Route: Successful completion of the Tech in Surgery - Certified (NCCT) exam with certification for LPN and Military candidates. 1-2 Years of scrub experience required.
American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
The Surgical Technologist First Assist performs the competencies of a First Assist as outlined in the First Assist curriculum excluding injection for local sedation and inserting urinary catheters.
Certified Surgical Tech - FA II
High-School Diploma or GED and Successful completion of a Postsecondary certificate or associate degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program are required. You may be asked to provide proof of education.
First Assist Certification (CSFA) from an accredited Surgical Technologist First Assist Program and American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
The Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist II performs the competencies of a First Assist in a multi specialty setting (hospital based)
Why Mercy
From day one Mercy offers outstanding benefits - including medical dental and vision coverage paid time off tuition support and matched retirement plans for team members working 32 hours per pay period.
Join a caring collaborative team where your voice matters. At Mercy youll help shape the future of healthcare through innovation technology and compassion. As we grow youll grow with us.
Required Experience:
IC
Key Skills
- Aseptic Technique
- Hospital Experience
- Acute Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Basic Life Support
- Computer Skills
- Physiology Knowledge
- Military Experience
- Suturing
- Medical Terminology
- Sterile Processing
About Company
Mercy is one of the largest U.S. health systems with 44 acute care & specialty hospitals, over 700 physician & outpatient clinics in Arkansas, Kansas, Missouri & Oklahoma.
