Surgical Assistant

Surgical Assistant or RNFA-ORSeeking a Surgical Assistant or RNFA for the OR at UH Geauga Medical Center. The schedule is day shift with call requirement.Surgical AssistantThe Surgical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to meet needs of the patient during the perioperative period. Provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.RNFAThe RNFA works under the supervision of the attending physician to assess manage and evaluate the surgical patient during the perioperative period. The RNFA provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.QualificationsEducation: Surgical Assistant - Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program or an equivalent program that meets the educational requirements of the designated national certifying body. (Required) Education: RNFA - Graduation from an accredited RN Program (Required) and Completion of state approved RNFA program (Required) Work Experience: Surgical Assistant - Physician relations experience strongly (Preferred) Work Experience: RNFA - 2+ years Perioperative nursing experience (Required) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Surgical Assistant - Excellent interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency) Detail oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills. (Required proficiency) Demonstrated skills related to Informatics Technology. (Required proficiency) Working knowledge of equipment with the ability to troubleshoot issues for resolution. (Required proficiency) Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: RNFA - Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, proper use of all instruments and equipment used during CT surgery procedures. (Required proficiency) High degree of hand/eye coordination and uniform mental attention (Required proficiency) Licenses and Certifications: Surgical Assistant - National certification from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (Required Upon Hire) or National certification from Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (Required Upon Hire) or National certification from American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) (Required Upon Hire) Licenses and Certifications: RNFA - Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) authorized by the Ohio Board of Nursing to practice as a registered nurse first assistant prior to April 1, 1998 and who holds as of October 1, 1998 certification as a CNOR. (Required) Physical Demands: Standing Frequently Walking Frequently Sitting Rarely Lifting Frequently 50 lbs Carrying Frequently 50 lbs Pushing Frequently 50 lbs Pulling Frequently 50 lbs Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs Balancing Occasionally Stooping Frequently Kneeling Frequently Crouching Frequently Crawling Occasionally Reaching Frequently Handling Frequently Grasping Frequently Feeling Constantly Talking Constantly Hearing Constantly Repetitive Motions Constantly Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly Travel Requirements 10%Primary LocationUnited States-Ohio-ChardonWork Locations13207 Ravenna Road Chardon 44024JobTechnician / Patient CareOrganizationGeauga_Medical_CenterScheduleFull-timeEmployee StatusRegular - Shift DaysJob TypeStandardJob LevelProfessionalTravelNo Remote Work : No