First Assist Surgical Technician - Surgical Services - Operating Room

FIRST ASSIST SURGICAL TECH- OR

Our operating room (OR) department is one of the largest and most active OR departments in the state, with an experienced staff providing comprehensive surgical care to our patients. We are fully equipped with state-of-the-art technology and have dedicated teams of surgeons, anesthesiologists, nurses and other medical personnel who work together to deliver outstanding care. Our OR staff is committed to providing the highest quality patient care in a safe and comfortable environment.

Functions under the supervision of the surgeon during a surgical procedure and carries out functions that will assist the surgeon with optimal results for the patient.

• Assists in moving and positioning patients for surgery. Assists the surgeon in draping of the patient.
• Retracts tissue and exposes the operating field area during the operative procedure.
• Clamps and ties vessels to control bleeding during surgical entry.
• Keeps the operative site dry.
• Affords the surgeon the best possible exposure of the anatomy incident to the operation.
• Assists the surgeon in identifying any structure which should not be ligated and keeps these structures from the moves of the surgeon.
• Assists in closure of the incision including tying off bleeders, applying sutures and wound dressing and performs any and all tasks required of him/her by the surgeon incident to the particular procedure.

• Successful completion of formal course of instruction for the STFA approved by the Association of Surgical Technologists required. Must have extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology.
• Two (2) plus years of experience as Surgical Technologist.
• CST Certified. CPR/BLS Certified.

• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits starting the 1st of the month following start date
• Accrued Earned Time
• 403b with matching (fully vested) and discretionary annual core contributions
• Tuition Reimbursement up to $4,000/year for full time coded employees over 30 hours/week
• Sign on Bonus Eligible up to $15,000
• Miscellaneous Benefits – Pet Insurance, Legal Services, Vendor Discounts