Technologist-Surgical First Assistant

Responsibilities

• Aids in the performance of procedures for the surgical patient in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Provides intraoperative care to surgical patients.
• Safely and adequately provides and utilizes equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Performs tasks that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participates in ongoing educational activities.
• Assists in providing preoperative care.
• Completes assigned goals.
• Rotates for weekend call as needed.

Specifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years Surgical Tech experience and current STFA certification. Preferred 1 year of Surgical First Assistant experience in a hospital/surgical setting and documentation of proficiency as a surgical first assistant.
• Education: Minimum completion of a Surgical Technician First Assistant Program that includes didactic and supervised clinical practice based on AST/NIFA core curriculum for the surgical technician first assistant. Preferred additional training.
• Special Skills: BLS CERTIFICATION WITHIN 14 DAYS OF HIRE, Current certification as a surgical technician first assistant.