Certified Surgical Technician First Assistant - CSFA - OR - Full Time - 7:00 am to 5:30 pmSurgical Tech First Assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, wound closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the surgical patient. The surgical first assistant performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Employee performs clinical duties in accordance with population specific guidelines and adheres to National Patient Safety Goals as outlined in policy and procedures. This position will care for patients from infants through geriatric age groups. Assists with positioning, prepping and draping. Provides hemostasis by clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, and other means as directed by the surgeon. Provides exposure through appropriate use of retractors, instruments, suction, and sponging techniques. Accurately prepares specimens and communicates with the registered nurse. Handles tissue as directed by the surgeon. Suture fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and skin as directed by the surgeon. Place and suture drains as directed by the surgeon. Assist with removal of sutures and staples. Assist circulating nurse within scope of role as requested and under direction of RNApply surgical dressings. Maintain aseptic technique/environment. Applies knowledge of surgical anatomy and physiology and operative technique to operative procedure. Perform other duties under the supervision of the surgeon. Weight Lifted: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Weight Carried: Up to 50 lbs, Frequently 31-65% of time Vision: Heavy, Constantly 66-100% of time Kneeling/Stooping/Bending: Frequently 31-65%Standing/Walking: Constantly 66-100%Pushing/Pulling: Frequently 31-65%Intensity of Work: Constantly 66-100%Job Requires: Reasoning, Talking, Keyboarding Working at NGHS means being part of something special: a team invested in you as a person, an employee, and in helping you reach your goals. NGHS: Opportunities start here. Northeast Georgia Health System is an Equal Opportunity Employer and will not tolerate discrimination in employment on the basis of race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, religion, disability, ethnicity, national origin, marital status, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected classification or status.
