Certified Surgical Technologist First Assist (or) Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA)- Springfield Regional Medical Center

Mercy Health BSMH•Springfield, OH

About The Position

Everyone who works with Mercy Health is united under one purpose: to help our patients be well in mind, body and spirit. This drive, along with our history of faith, is a powerful combination. It gives us a shared calling to work toward every day. Join our exceptional team and help us continue to provide the highest quality of health care possible to our communities. Certified Surgical Tech First Assist (or) Registered Nurse First Assist Job Summary: The Certified Surgical Tech First Assist is a proficient level practitioner who assists surgeons and nurses with patients, equipment preparation, aseptic technique, and surgical procedures in the operating room in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. They will prepare the operating room for surgery by assembling routine supplies, materials, instruments, and equipment, and will obtain special supplies indicated by physician. They are also trained to set up and operate a variety of specialized instrumentation, manual and powered equipment.

Requirements

Associate's degree, Vocational Certification, or Military Certificate in Surgical Technology (required)
BLS Basic Life Support (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Must be certified by one of the following: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA) or Tech in Surgery – Certified (TS-C), National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) (required)
If employed in South Carolina NBSTA certification required. If certified prior to 2008 NBSTA or NCCT certification is accepted.
One year of experience as a Surgical Technologist (required)
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Inform medical professionals regarding patient conditions and care
Analytical skills
Working knowledge of basic sciences, such as anatomy and physiology, microbiology, asepsis, sterile techniques and operating room techniques
May operate basic equipment/machinery.
Ability to Follow Instructions
Completes specific, routine task
Knowledge of AORN and AST Recommendations
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
Attention to detail
Acceptance of authority
Critical thinking
Communication with family members
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Able to Work Independently
Anticipate Needs
Move with a sense of urgency
Possess Surgical Conscience
Professionalism
Self-Directed
Takes Direction
Flexible
Preceptor
Role model

Responsibilities

Functions as the scrub person and may assist the provider as trained during operative and other invasive procedures by assembling supplies and equipment required for the procedure.
Prepares and organizes sterile supplies and instruments for the procedure and performs surgical counts with the circulating RN according to policy.
Maintains an organized sterile field and ensures the sterility of the field by taking corrective action as needed. Assists with the placement of sterile drapes. Provides instruments and supplies to the surgical team during the procedure and maintains aseptic technique.
Retrieves and collects specimens and labels specimens appropriately and correctly.
Reports any implanted devices, catheters, drains, and packing to the circulator.
Provides complete case preparation and knows, with the ability to adapt, of special instruments, supplies, and equipment needs for patient populations.

Benefits

Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

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