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Wellstar Health System · 4 months ago

CVOR Surg Tech First Assist

Kennestone Hospital

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

Wellstar Health System is dedicated to enhancing the health and well-being of every person they serve. They are seeking a CVOR First Assist who will work under the supervision of a surgeon to facilitate safe and effective cardiac surgical procedures, ensuring patient safety and maintaining a sterile environment.

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H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

In depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to cardiac surgery achieved with independence on all CVOR cases, including TAVRS and combined Vascular cases

Able to take call independently with advanced cardiac surgery skills required to perform in the First Assist role with all cardiac surgery procedures, including TAVR cases

In depth learning or knowledge of cardiac anatomy and physiology, tissue exposure, surgical flow and advanced techniques in cardiac surgery specialty. May second assist and/ or first assist during CV surgery

Performs a thorough review of the surgeons preferences prior to each surgical procedure

Checks supplies and equipment needed for surgical procedure, assists with selection and opening of sterile supplies

Sets up sterile table with instruments, supplies, equipment and medications/solutions needed for procedure

May assist RN circulator with patient comfort measures, patient positing, application of electrosurgical grounding pads, external defibrillator pads, EKG monitors and skin preparation

Gowns and gloves surgeon and surgical team

Drapes patient and sterile field

Actively participates in all portions of surgical procedure, anticipating and passing instruments and supplies during the surgical procedure. May hold cameras, retract tissues, stabilize tissue and/or utilize mister blower to expose coronary artery lumens

Practices and maintains highest standard of sterile technique during surgical procedures, participates in infection prevention techniques and ensures patient safety throughout procedure

Prepares chest drainage systems and sterile dressings

Maintains a safe environment throughout procedure regarding patient physical safety, fire prevention, ESU safety, infection control, and maintains highest of sterile field organization throughout procedure

Assists with room turnover between cases and participates in terminally cleaning and organization of the department

Routine opening and/or closing of the surgical site

Assist in maintaining hemostasis by direct pressure, use and application of appropriate surgical instruments for the task, placement of ties and suture ligatures, application of chemical hemostatic agents, or other measures as directed by the surgeon

Assist in retracting tissue per surgeons directive

Use of electrocautery both monopolar and bipolar

Clamp, ligation, and cutting of tissue. Per surgeons directive

Assist in placement and suturing of surgical drains

Closure of all wound layers (fascia, subcutaneous and skin) as per surgeons directive

Prepare ACL graft as directed by the surgeon

Assist in all other surgical procedures under the directive of the surgeon

Verifies patient ID using 2 patient identifiers i.e. armband, DOB, verbal identification during pre- procedure time out

Follows established drying protocols after skin preparation and before surgical draping

Actively participates and follows established guidelines for Safety Time out prior to skin incision

Ensures antibiotics have been acknowledged and initiated during safety time out

Understands, complies with and enforces site/ side marking when indicated

Interprets, supports, and aids with implementation of departmental SCIP initiatives

Actively demonstrates proper hand hygiene and surgical hand scrubs

Wears appropriate scrub attire, including head coverings, eyewear, removes and covers jewelry

Must be flexible with hours and shifts to meet patient care and departmental staffing needs

May be required to take high volumes of call and work extended hours to provide patient care in high stakes, high stress environment

Utilizes chain of command, practices open communication, promotes an inclusive team environment and supports all initiatives in the cardiac operating room

Must have a strong attention to detail and physical stamina to handle long, intense, and high-risk cases

Works independently to deliver education and in-services in are of expertise, participates in unit safety, quality and performance improvement projects, and actively engaged in evidence-based practice and participates in the department shared governance committee

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with all Wellstar Health System policies, standards of work, and code of conduct

Qualification

Cardiac surgery knowledgeSurgical assistance skillsSterile technique expertiseBLS certificationSurgical technology certificationInterpersonal skillsCustomer service skillsMultitaskEnglish language proficiencyTime management skills

Required

High School Diploma General

Other / Certificate Surgical Technology

CSA - Certified Surgical Asst-Preferred or CSFA - Certified Surgical First Assis-Preferred

BLS - Basic Life Support

Minimum 2 years surgical scrub experience

Competent in functioning independently in the scrub and first assist role in multiple complex procedures and in life saving situations

Ability to read, write and speak English language, optimize the use of technology to support clinical care and holds basic computer skills

Strong interpersonal, collaborative skills along with customer service skills required

Ability to function in a fast-paced environment and respond to emergencies while using a decisive, composed, and respectful manner

Possess excellent time management skills, practices using evidence and analytical skills along with the ability to multitask and prioritize accurately and quickly in high stakes situations

Expected to be flexible with work hours and shifts due to urgent and emergent patient care needs

Must be available for emergency call on weekdays, weekends, and holidays with a 30-45minute response time

Preferred

ABSA (American Board of Surgical Assistants) Certification

Minimum 2 years surgical scrub experience

Prior Cardiovascular Operating Room experience

Competent with scrubbing interventional radiology procedures for hybrid OR cases

Company

Wellstar Health System

Glassdoor3.6

The largest health system in Georgia.

Founded in 1993

Marietta, Georgia, USA

10001+ employees

https://www.wellstar.org

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