Certified Surgical Assistant - Toledo Hospital - Cardiac Surgery

ProMedica • Toledo, OH

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About The Position

As a Certified Surgical Assistant, you will work with the primary surgeon to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for patients of all ages undergoing surgery. You will assist with patient transport and positioning, and support anesthesia personnel during induction and transport after the procedure to the PACU or ICU. You will ensure the proper selection and placement of equipment, x-rays, drainage tubes, and surgical devices needed for surgery. You will also help close wound layers, mark surgical sites, and participate in follow-up rounds. This summary describes the general nature and level of the work and is not exhaustive.

Requirements

• Graduate from a program approved by the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) and the National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA).
• Have excellent motor, eye-hand coordination, and manipulative skills.
• Be able to implement a knowledgeable, skillful, and consistent plan of care in collaboration with the primary surgeon, meeting the distinct requirements of patients' ages and physical needs.
• Possess technical and clinical skills and knowledge required for the specific clinical specialty.
• Know sepsis and infection control, blood and body fluid precautions, surgical instruments and equipment, surgical positions, and positioning devices.
• Be able to assemble supplies, equipment, and instrumentation for expected procedures based on patients' ages and physical needs.
• Be able to establish priorities to meet changing patient needs.
• Have in-depth knowledge of anatomy and physiology related to surgical patients and procedures.
• Have working knowledge of pharmacology related to surgical drugs and their administration.
• No prior work experience is required if the Non-Physician Surgical Assistant (CSA) has been actively engaged in a clinical education program immediately (within three months) before applying for medical staff privileges.
• Pass the NCCSA credentialing exam for Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA).
• Complete appropriate continuing medical education to maintain certification.
• Hold BCLS certification.

Nice To Haves

• ACLS certification.

Responsibilities

• Work with the primary surgeon to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate care for surgical patients of all ages.
• Assist with patient transport and positioning.
• Help anesthesia personnel during induction and post-procedure transport to the PACU or ICU.
• Ensure proper selection and placement of equipment, x-rays, drainage tubes, and surgical devices.
• Help close wound layers and mark surgical sites.
• Participate in follow-up rounds.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits, including compensation and programs to support employees' families, finances, and personal well-being.

What This Job Offers

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