First Assistant, Certified

Lifepoint Health • Missoula, MT

65d

About The Position

The Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) is an allied health professional competent of surgical procedures and an integral part of the surgical care team. The CSFA works under the supervision and delegation of a surgeon and alongside the circulating nurse as well as other members of the surgical team to facilitate safe and effective surgical procedures. The CSFA assists with positions of patients to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment, when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. The CSFA is an expert in theory and application of aseptic and sterile technique, knowledgeable of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and surgeon preferences to properly assist the surgeon, providing visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning, and irrigation. The CSFA utilizes appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis, assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems. The CSFA may prepare the sterile field, supplies, instrumentation, and equipment. During the surgery, the CSFA helps with a combination of knowledge, participation, anticipation, and critical thinking.

Requirements

• Associate of Applied Science in Surgical Technology through an accredited Surgical Technology program
• National Certification as a Surgical Technologist through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• American Heart Association healthcare provider BLS, within one month of hire
• Verbal, written, and computer skills

Nice To Haves

• Preferred 1-year surgical technologist acute care experience

Responsibilities

• Completion of case carts
• Proper communication with operating room staff
• Cleaning and care of operating rooms, core, and equipment
• Decontamination, cleaning, and sterilization of instrumentation
• Surgeon preference card maintenance
• Supply outdates
• Weekday and weekend call coverage

Benefits

• Shift differential
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus flexible-spending and health-savings accounts
• Competitive paid time off and extended illness bank package for full-time employees
• Income-protection programs, such as life, accident, critical-injury insurance, short- and long-term disability, and identity theft coverage
• Tuition reimbursement, loan assistance, and 401(k) matching
• Employee assistance program, including mental, physical, and financial wellness
• Professional development and growth opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 101-250 employees