Lutheran Health Network · 4 weeks ago
Certified Surgical Tech First Assist
Fort Wayne, IN
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expLutheran Health Network is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech First Assist to provide direct support to surgeons during surgical procedures. The role involves preparing and maintaining sterile instruments, assisting in surgeries, and ensuring proper post-operative care for patients.
Responsibilities
Function as a scrub person during operative and other invasive procedures by:
+ assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure
+ preparing and organizing sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure
+ performing counting procedures in concert with the RN circulator
+ assisting with placement of sterile drapes
+ providing instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure
+ maintaining an organized sterile field
+ ensuring sterility of the field and taking corrective action as needed
+ assists with specific phase of procedure (suction, sponge, retract)
+ preparing sterile dressings
Function as a first assistant during operative and other invasive procedures by:
+ providing exposure through correct use of instruments, retractors, suction, and sponging techniques as directed by the surgeon
+ handling and dissecting tissues as directed by the surgeon
+ clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, and ligating vessels as directed by the surgeon
+ placing drains as directed by the surgeon
+ suturing subcutaneous and skin as directed by the surgeon
Clean and prepare surgical instruments for processing and transport them to the decontamination area
Assist with procedural cleaning of the operative or other invasive procedure room and preparation of room for subsequent patients
Participate in ongoing educational and competency verification activities applicable to first assistant activities
Comply with organizational policies, regulatory and accreditation standards, and professional guidelines
Exhibit professional interpersonal and communication skills
Assist with improving the quality of perioperative services
Maintain privacy and confidentiality of individuals and health information
Able to work call as indicated by schedule
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards
Qualification
Required
Must be a graduate of an accredited certified surgical technician program and a recognized First Assistant training program required
1-3 years experience as a surgical tech required
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist required
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) required
Current Basic Life Support – (BLS) certification required
Benefits
Health Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision)
401(k) with matching
Student Loan Repayment
Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
Company
Lutheran Health Network
Lutheran Health Network is a family of more than 6,000 employees, physicians, advanced practice providers and volunteers dedicated to providing compassionate, quality care with the best possible experience to every patient, every time.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Colby Trane
Assistant Chief Nursing Officer
Katie Wilson
Account Executive-Medpartners
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