First Assistant Surgical Technologist

Baptist • Memphis, TN

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About The Position

The Surgical Technician First Assistant (SFA) supports continuity of care for perioperative patients. The role includes intraoperative surgical first assisting and providing intraoperative surgical care under the surgeon’s direct supervision for patients of all ages. The SFA may also provide direction to the perioperative team where needed and performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• At least 2 years of Surgical Tech experience.
• Current Surgical Technician First Assistant (STFA) certification.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician First Assistant program that includes didactic instruction and supervised clinical practice based on the AST/NIFA core curriculum for the surgical technician first assistant.
• BLS certification within 14 days of hire.

Nice To Haves

• 1 year of Surgical First Assistant experience in a hospital or surgical setting.
• Documentation of proficiency as a surgical first assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures in accordance with established policies and procedures.
• Assist in providing intraoperative care.
• Safely provide and use equipment and supplies based on patient needs.
• Perform activities that demonstrate technical accountability.
• Participate in ongoing educational activities.
• Assist in providing preoperative care.
• Complete assigned goals.

What This Job Offers

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