Certified First Assist (CFA) - Transplant

University of Arkansas System•Little Rock, AR

About The Position

The Certified First Assist (CFA) participates in and actively assists the surgeon during operations to help complete procedures safely and expeditiously. Duties include providing exposure, maintaining hemostasis, and performing other technical functions. Surgical Assistants must meet national standards and be credentialed by the appropriate local authority; they are not authorized to operate independently. This role is with the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences’ ICE | TXPSL Kidney Acquist OP CL department. The position is regular, benefits-eligible, and requires a criminal background check as part of pre-employment screening. Salary is commensurate with education and experience.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited Scrub Technologist school/program or two years of experience as a surgical technologist.
Graduate certified first assist or eligible for CFA training.
NBSTSA graduate from surgical assisting programs accredited through ARC/STSA, a collaborative effort of ASA, ACS, and SASA, by CAAHEP.

Responsibilities

Verify that implants, supplies, and special procedure equipment are available and functional.
Facilitate a cooperative team atmosphere through professional communication.
Listen actively to the surgeon, patient, and team to support safe, patient-centered care.
Maintain awareness of patient monitoring and respond appropriately to potential complications.
Monitor activity immediately surrounding the sterile field and ensure its integrity is maintained or appropriately corrected.
Evaluate potential causes of surgical site infections and communicate concerns and possible corrective actions to prevent or treat potential contamination.