First Assistant, Certified

First Assist Surgical Tech - Cardiovascular Surgery

Shift: Days Mon-Fri, Fulltime

Summary: Provides direct assistance to the surgeon(s) during surgical procedures.

Reports to: Director of Surgery/OR
FLSA: Non-exempt

Your experience matters

At Havasu Regional Medical Center, we are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others. Here, you're not just valued as an employee, but as a person. As a new employee joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.

How you'll contribute

You'll make an impact by utilizing your specialized plan-of-care intervention and serving as a patient-care innovator. You will shape exceptional patient journeys every day and leverage your skills and our cutting-edge technology to directly impact patient wellbeing. The primary purpose of the First/Surgical Assist position is to assist the surgeon and RN's in operative procedures. The primary role of the First/Surgical Assist- will be to function as an assistant to the Surgeon.

Reports to: Clinical Nurse Manager/Director.

What we offer

Fundamental to providing great care is supporting and rewarding our team. In addition to base compensation, full time positions also offers:

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health- savings accounts

• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees

• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, employer paid short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage

• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching

• Employee assistance program including mental, physical, and financial wellness

• Professional development and growth opportunities

Qualifications and requirements

• Education: Associate's Degree Preferred; Graudate of a Program in Discipline Required

• License: Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) with the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting

• Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS)

• One year of experience preferred.

• NBSTSA First Assist Certification on hire. Exempts surgical technologists practicing as of July 1, 2013

Required Skills

Requires critical thinking skills, decisive judgment and the ability to work with minimal supervision. Must be able to work in a stressful environment and take appropriate action.

Competency

Arterial Line Placement within 6 months of hire.

Essential Functions
Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation.
Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.

Non-Essential Functions
1. Position serves both internal co-workers and external customers, clients, patients, contractors, and vendors.
2. Access to and/or works with sensitive and/or confidential information.
3. Exhibit a comprehensive understanding of healthcare regulatory and compliance (e.g., HIPAA). Skilled in the application of policies and procedures. Knowledge of Business Office Standards and Recommended Practices.
4. Perform other duties as assigned.

About our Health System

Havasu Regional Medical Center 171 bed hospital located in Lake Havasu City, AZ, and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast. From your first day to your next career milestone-your experience matters.

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EEOC Statement

"Havasu Regional Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Havasu Regional Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment."

Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.