Certified First Assistant - Surgery

Oklahoma State University • Tulsa, OK

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About The Position

The Certified First Assistant provides patient care under the direct supervision of the Physician and Registered Nurse. The CFA selects, assembles, tests, and operates equipment and instruments in accordance with policies and procedures. As a primary scrub person, the CFA handles the instruments, supplies, and equipment needed during surgical procedures while applying sterile technique. The CFA also provides intraoperative assistance during designated procedures within the approved scope of practice, credentialing requirements, and demonstrated competencies. First-assist duties may include tissue handling, providing exposure, retraction, suctioning, achieving hemostasis, suturing, and performing endoscopic and open vein harvesting procedures for cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries under the surgeon’s direction. The CFA contributes to expected patient outcomes in accordance with policies, procedures, established standards, and administrative policies.

Requirements

• Vocational/technical education required.
• BLS certification required.
• CST certification required.
• Less than one year of experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under the direct supervision of the Physician and Registered Nurse.
• Select, assemble, test, and operate equipment and instruments in accordance with policies and procedures.
• Serve as a primary scrub person, handling instruments, supplies, and equipment while applying sterile technique.
• Provide intraoperative assistance during designated surgical procedures within the approved scope of practice, credentialing requirements, and demonstrated competencies.
• Perform first-assist duties that may include tissue handling, providing exposure, retraction, suctioning, achieving hemostasis, and suturing.
• Perform endoscopic and open vein harvesting procedures for cardiothoracic and vascular surgeries under the direction of the surgeon.
• Contribute to expected patient outcomes in accordance with policies, procedures, established standards, and administrative policies.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed