Certified Scrub Tech First Assistant

Overview

Description

Job Summary: Under the direction and supervision of a physician, and using Standardized Procedures, the CSTFA provides high-quality, cost-effective patient care by performing surgical preparation procedures, perioperative and post-operative procedures, and assists in performing surgical and other procedures.

Demonstrates competencies in line with the five core values that are the foundation of all activities performed by employees in order to achieve the Mission of Artesia General Hospital

• Respect: Demonstrates competence in respect for others.
• Leadership: Demonstrates competence in knowing everyone has a role.
• Professionalism: Demonstrates competence in the conduct, aims and qualities of health care.
• Dedication: Demonstrates competence in dedication to Artesia General Hospital.
• Commitment to Excellence: Demonstrates competence in expecting nothing less than “DOING THE RIGHT THING”.

• Assists in performing surgical procedures and other procedures consistent with the standards of care and practice guidelines.
• Will work as the first assist during surgical procedures, and/or perform suturing.
• Assists with room turnover to improve Perioperative efficacy.
• Knowledge and competency in OR technology and central service.
• Communicate effectively with patients, visitors and other health care providers.
• Ensure availability of supplies and equipment.
• Performs housekeeping duties as necessary.
• Utilize sterile technique while setting up and assisting physician.
• Assist in direct patient care when necessary.
• Functions as a surgical scrub technologist when requested.
• Participate in call schedule.
• Maintain a clean and organized work environment.
• Ability to help develop appropriate protocols and keep protocols up to date.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain a working relationship with patients, physicians and other team members.
• Exhibits a professional manner with a high degree of courtesy, tact and poise when interacting with physicians, anesthesia providers, employees, patients and visitors.

As assigned.

• Basic Qualifications:
• Knowledge and competency in OR technology and central service.
• The CSTFA practices perioperative nursing and must have acquired the necessary specific knowledge, skills and judgment.
• The CSTFA under the supervision of the surgeon during the intraoperative phase of the perioperative experience.
• In order to perform those functions considered to be first assistant to the surgeon, the CSTFA must adhere to standardized procedures.
• One-year CSTFA experience strongly preferred.
• Must meet CSTFA requirements.

Demonstrates the basic knowledge and skills necessary to identify age-specific patient needs appropriate for this position.

Treats all information and data within the scope of the position with appropriate confidentiality and security.

Cooperates fully in all Risk Management, Quality Management, and Safety Activities and Investigations.

• Education: Must meet CSTFA First Assist requirements.
• Work Experience: One-year CSTFA experience strongly preferred.
• Training: Current CSTFA Certificate required,
• License/Certification: BLS certification required.

Work environment consists of daily patient contact, which may include exposure to blood, or other body fluids.