OSS Health · 2 weeks ago
Certified Surg Tech FA - ASC
Pennsylvania, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
2+ years expOSS Health is a healthcare organization focused on providing quality surgical services. They are seeking a Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant to support the surgical team by preparing for procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and assisting the surgeon during operations.
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Responsibilities
Prepares and checks assigned cases for appropriate instruments, sutures, supplies and equipment necessary for each procedure. Checks assigned OR equipment before case to ensure proper functioning; immediately reports any inoperative or malfunctioning equipment
Follows aseptic technique when opening sterile supplies, setting up cases, scrubbing, gowning, and draping as observed. Reports any break in aseptic technique
Maintains an orderly back table and mayo stand during procedure following established routine set-up as observed
Assists circulating nurse in performing sponge, needle, and instrument counts; immediately reports discrepancies and/or corrections as documented and observed
Consistently demonstrates proper handling of instruments and equipment to avoid damage and loss as observed
Keeps surgeons’ preference cards up-to-date as documented and observed
Demonstrates an ability to perform scrub duties as outlined in procedure manual, as observed
Demonstrates a good rapport and cooperative relationship with all members of the team
Demonstrates the ability to adapt to changes in the workload and work as part of the team to finish the schedule as observed
Assists with application of dressings and transfers patient. Applies any other specific dressing material such as splints or cast, assesses skin integrity, assists in transfer of the patient, and follows the patient to recovery if needed or directed by surgeon
Assists with general cleaning of room and sets up next case as observed
Assists other staff members with completion of routine duties of the department as observed
Facilitates the safe positioning of the patient according to the surgeon's preferences, patients anatomical and physiological limits and surgical procedure to be performed
Assists circulator and anesthesia provider in preparation of the patient to include but not limited to Foley catheter placement, tourniquet application, placement of intravenous catheters, cricoid pressure application, and other procedures as needed
Performs specific tasks according to individual surgeon preference utilizing appropriate techniques, including but not limited to incision and layered closure of surgical sites, providing exposure, achieving hemostasis by means of injection, manual and topical methods, and application of appropriate energy sources, manipulation and dissection/removal of tissues, aides in implanting, securing and/or removal of devices and drains, and applying appropriate dressing material specific to procedure
May also perform other procedures under surgeon supervision, such as casting, allograft and implant preparation. Performs additional duties as delegated by the surgeon in cooperation with state and local policy
Maintains confidentiality of all patients, Center, and physician information; respects the patient’s privacy
Demonstrates an awareness of patient safety and proper body mechanics when moving patients or equipment
Demonstrates a thorough knowledge of departmental safety policies and procedures; participates in identification and evaluation of potential department safety problems and precautions as observed and documented
Adheres to department specific OSHA and infection control guidelines regarding health maintenance and infection prevention 100% of the time as observed and documented
Functions in the Surgical Tech float role as needed to assist in managing the patient and staff schedule, working in collaboration with other Charge and Leadership team in decision making processes and maintaining efficiency within the ASC day–to-day operations
May function as backup in the instrument room – must be able to wash, sterilize and wrap instruments
Assists with the orientation of new personnel as assigned. May train newly hired staff as assigned
Other duties as assigned
Qualification
Required
High School diploma or GED required
Certification as a Surgical First Assistant required
Requires a minimum of two years of experience as a Surgical Technologist
BLS certification required
Must have the ability to make use of time and resources and be able to plan and organize work effectively and efficiently
Must have proficient computer skills
Must have professional and effective communication skills and be able to promote effective communication at all levels
Must be able to adapt to changes in the workload and work as part of the team to finish the schedule as observed
Preferred
Preferred 2 years of experience demonstrating expertise in the execution of the duties and responsibilities of an OR Surgical Technologist
One year of experience as First Assist preferred
Company
OSS Health
OSS Health is a hospital & health care company that provides sports medicine and orthopedic care services.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Enriquez Mike
CEO
Dale Bushey
Chief Financial Officer
Recent News
2024-04-14
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