Surgical First Assistant, Surg General - Full Time - CHRISTUS Health : Job Details

Summary:

As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations.

Requirements:

A. Education/Skills

• High School Diploma or equivalent is required

• Graduation from an accredited Surgical Frist Assist Program, State Board accredited Vocational School of Nursing, or Graduate of School of Surgical technology required

B. Experience

• 2 years of Surgical Tech experience preferred

C. Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications

• BLS required

• Certified Surgical Technologist First Assistant required

• ACLS preferred

Work Type:

Full Time

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