Surgical Assistant - Organ Recovery

MedAmerica•Atlanta, GA

1d•$400 - $2,000•Remote

About The Position

Remote, Nationwide – Seeking Surgical Assistant Join the Physician Partnership Where You Can Increase Your Impact Vituity’s ownership model provides autonomy, local control, and a national system of support, so you can focus your attention where you want it to be – on your patients. Join the Vituity Team. Vituity is a 100%25 physician-owned partnership and is led by frontline physicians that are all equitable owners. As an equal and valued partner from day one, our ownership model provides you with financial transparency, a comprehensive benefits package including profit distribution, and multiple career development opportunities. Our leadership understands what your practice needs to thrive and gives you autonomy and local control so you can provide care when, where, and how your patients need it. You are backed by a best-in-class corporate healthcare team and supported by the broad peer-level expertise of 6,000 Vituity clinicians. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done. Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 475 sites across the country, serving 9 million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you. The Opportunity Lead the coordination and strategic planning for the procurement of surgical supplies, ensuring uninterrupted operations and compliance with organizational standards. Oversee the preparation and packing of critical supplies for the operating room, coordinating with recovery teams at designated locations. Manage the preparation of the operating room by overseeing the setup and functionality of all equipment, instruments, and sterile fields, confirming alignment with surgical protocols. Implement quality control procedures to verify the sterility, functionality, and inventory of surgical instruments and supplies before and after procedures. Maintain a well-prepared operating room by thoroughly cleaning, restocking, and verifying all instruments post-surgery. Assist in patient readiness processes, ensuring accurate identity verification, comprehensive documentation review, and proper informed consent, adhering to legal and ethical standards. Help position the patient for optimal surgical access. Accurately record and maintain detailed, real-time documentation of all activities and procedural steps throughout the organ recovery process, ensuring thorough and precise records to support compliance, transparency, and optimal outcomes Collaborate closely with the surgical team to review and synchronize on the procedural plan, promoting seamless coordination, shared understanding, and unwavering precision throughout the organ recovery process. Deliver proactive, hands-on support throughout the surgical procedure, ensuring: Retracting tissue to provide a clear view for the surgeon. Suctioning fluids and maintaining a clean surgical field. Controlling bleeding by clamping or cauterizing blood vessels as directed. Closing wounds by suturing or stapling under the surgeon’s guidance. Assist in the handling and preparation of the organ, ensuring proper preservation techniques. Monitor and ensure the functionality of surgical equipment. Assist in closing incisions and applying dressings. Take responsibility for the preservation and preparation of donor organs, ensuring the application of advanced preservation techniques that meet or exceed industry standards. Ensure operational readiness by conducting thorough pre- and post-procedure equipment assessments and troubleshooting to maintain uninterrupted functionality. Accurately document surgical procedures and report any unusual occurrences, contributing to comprehensive patient care records and quality assurance. Act as a senior liaison between multidisciplinary teams, ensuring streamlined communication and coordination among surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff. Stay at the forefront of transplantation advancements by actively pursuing knowledge on protocols, techniques, and emerging technologies. Provide reliable on-call availability for donor recoveries, ensuring timely and effective response to urgent needs. Ensure strict compliance with all state, federal, and local laws, as well as organizational policies and regulatory guidelines. Lead efforts in the recovery of donor organs, adhering to Vituity client standards and maintaining the highest quality of care. Actively participate in hospital and medical staff committees addressing donor-related issues, fostering collaboration with affiliated transplant centers. Collaborate with the Vituity Quality and Operations teams to develop and refine best practice protocols, enhancing operational excellence. Partner with Clinical Operations Manager to train, mentor, and evaluate new team members, ensuring they meet professional and organizational standards. Handle donor organs with exceptional care, rigorously following preservation protocols to maintain optimal quality. Strategize and coordinate with transplant teams to optimize operational efficiency and success rates, emphasizing leadership in managing critical timelines and resources. Standard heart or lung recovery: $600 - $800 per case. DCD non-arrest/aborted/terminated: $400 - $600 per case. NRP or advanced procedures: $1,200 - $2,000 per case. Machine perfusion cannulation: $250 per procedure Travel time beyond 2 hours roundtrip: $50/hour (as applicable). Charter air avoidance or urgent mobilization: $500 per occurrence. This is a 1099 contract position.

Requirements

Must be local to Atlanta, Georgia.
Previous Operating Room (O.R.) experience required.
Certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified First Assistant (CFA) through a recognized certifying body (e.g., National Surgical Assistant Association or National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) required.
Bachelor’s degree in health studies or related degree or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the responsibilities of the role required.
Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations.
Strong communication and teamwork skills.
Stamina for an irregular schedule of day, evening and night shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
Ability to respond to medical and administrative staff in a timely manner.
Demonstrated critical judgment skills.
Ability to adhere to quality assurance guidelines.
Demonstrated problem solving skills.
Demonstrated planning skills.
Ability to implement plans, decisions, and procedures.
Ability to prioritize work.
Demonstrated analytical thinking skills.
Strong attention to detail.
Skilled at time management.
The ability to meet schedule and travel requirements.
Ability to lift to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
Knowledge of anatomy and aseptic technique.

Nice To Haves

Experience in military service or comparable leadership roles is highly valued.
Work within the same regional area as the Surgeon preferred.
Familiarity with OPO operations and UNOS/OPTN policies preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead the coordination and strategic planning for the procurement of surgical supplies
Oversee the preparation and packing of critical supplies for the operating room
Manage the preparation of the operating room
Implement quality control procedures to verify the sterility, functionality, and inventory of surgical instruments and supplies before and after procedures
Maintain a well-prepared operating room
Assist in patient readiness processes
Help position the patient for optimal surgical access
Accurately record and maintain detailed, real-time documentation of all activities and procedural steps throughout the organ recovery process
Collaborate closely with the surgical team to review and synchronize on the procedural plan
Deliver proactive, hands-on support throughout the surgical procedure
Assist in the handling and preparation of the organ
Monitor and ensure the functionality of surgical equipment
Assist in closing incisions and applying dressings
Take responsibility for the preservation and preparation of donor organs
Ensure operational readiness by conducting thorough pre- and post-procedure equipment assessments and troubleshooting to maintain uninterrupted functionality
Accurately document surgical procedures and report any unusual occurrences
Act as a senior liaison between multidisciplinary teams
Stay at the forefront of transplantation advancements by actively pursuing knowledge on protocols, techniques, and emerging technologies
Provide reliable on-call availability for donor recoveries
Ensure strict compliance with all state, federal, and local laws, as well as organizational policies and regulatory guidelines
Lead efforts in the recovery of donor organs
Actively participate in hospital and medical staff committees addressing donor-related issues
Collaborate with the Vituity Quality and Operations teams to develop and refine best practice protocols
Partner with Clinical Operations Manager to train, mentor, and evaluate new team members
Handle donor organs with exceptional care
Strategize and coordinate with transplant teams to optimize operational efficiency and success rates

Benefits

Monthly wellness events and programs such as yoga, HIIT classes, and more
Trainings to help support and advance your professional growth
Team building activities such as virtual scavenger hunts and holiday celebrations
Flexible work hours
Opportunities to attend Vituity community events including LGBTQ+ History, Día de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more

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