Surgical Technologist First Assist, Cardiovascular Operating Room (CVOR)

Memorial Health•Springfield, MA

6d•$37 - $58•Onsite

About The Position

The Cardiovascular Surgical Technologist First Assist performs "scrub" and first assistant duties for scheduled surgeries in CVOR and assists with the draping, and utilization of instruments for a particular surgery. Also knowledgeable in the principles of sterile technique and sterilization procedures. Embodies the Memorial Health System Performance Excellence Standards of Safety, Quality, Integrity and Stewardship that support our mission, vision and values.

Requirements

Previous Surgical Technologist or First Assist experience and/or completion of a Surgical Technologist program is REQUIRED
High School graduate or equivalent required
Minimum of one year experience as a cardiothoracic senior surgical technologist or equivalent experience required
Demonstrated ability to consistently exceed above average performance requirements of cardiothoracic senior surgical technologist through prior experience in that role
Exhibits excellent interpersonal skills
Is flexible in response to change
Environmental working conditions include exposure to blood, bodily fluids and tissue, contagious diseases and/or radioactive or other potentially hazardous materials
BLS CPR required

Nice To Haves

completion of two year Surgial Technologist Program preferred
Certification as a surgical technologist and first assist is preferred

Responsibilities

Performs duties in capacity of “scrub” technologist as prescribed by hospital policies and procedures.
Assists in maintenance of safe environment for patients and staff.
Assists in the orderly function of the OR.
Initiates appropriate intraoperative behaviors unique to first assistant, if trained to do so.
Performs other duties as assigned.