Certified Surgical Tech First Assist

LifePoint Health•Winchester, TN

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Certified Surgical Tech - First Assist / OB Surgical Scrub Tech Position Summary The Certified Surgical Tech - First Assist provides direct assistance to surgeons during obstetrical surgical procedures, ensuring optimal exposure, patient safety, and adherence to surgical standards of practice. Schedule & Shift Information PRN position with availability requirements that may include days, nights, weekends, and holiday rotation. Scheduling is managed through a self-scheduling process. Annual Deliveries: Approximately 700-800 deliveries per year Patient Populations: OB, Postpartum, Nursery, Level II Special Care Nursery Unit Layout: - 6 Labor rooms (2 used for C-section pre-op) - 7 Postpartum rooms - 2 OB Outpatient (OBE) rooms Average Length of Stay: 2-3 days Support Staff: Nurse Tech / Unit Secretary; Surgical Scrub Tech Orientation & Training: Orientation length and format are based on experience and current skill level, with preceptor support as appropriate

Requirements

Strong critical thinking and clinical judgment
Ability to work independently with minimal supervision
Ability to function effectively in high-stress, fast-paced environments
Strong attention to detail and patient safety
Associate's Degree preferred
Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology or First Assist program (required)
Certified Surgical First Assist (CSFA) through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (required)
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) (required)
Basic Life Support (BLS) (required)
Minimum of one (1) year of surgical scrub tech experience preferred
Experience in OB or Women's Services strongly preferred

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree preferred
Minimum of one (1) year of surgical scrub tech experience preferred
Experience in OB or Women's Services strongly preferred

Responsibilities

Provide direct assistance to surgeons during obstetrical surgical procedures
Position patients to ensure optimal exposure while maintaining comfort and safety
Provide visualization of the operative field through tissue manipulation, retraction, suctioning, sponging, and irrigation
Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis
Assist with closure of body planes, application of wound dressings, and securing drainage systems
Maintain strict sterile technique and compliance with surgical protocols and safety standards
Serve internal team members and external customers, including patients and vendors
Access and maintain sensitive and confidential information in compliance with HIPAA and regulatory standards
Demonstrate understanding of healthcare compliance, policies, and procedures
Perform other duties as assigned