CST First Assist (CSTFA) MUSC Florence Main Operating Room - FT

CST First Assist (CSTFA) MUSC Florence Main Operating Room - FT

CST First Assist (CSTFA) MUSC Florence Main Operating Room - FT

Florence, South Carolina

Healthcare Support

Clinical & Research Support Services

Full Time

Hospital Authority (MUHA)

Job Description Summary

In collaboration with the surgical team, and under the direction and supervision of a physician, assumes responsibility for the care and safety of the patients, instrumentation, supplies, and equipment during the surgical procedure. Additionally, assumes responsibility for ensuring effective communication with the circulator, charge nurse, the patient, the surgeon, anesthesia in other hospital departments. Responsible for integrity, safety, and efficiency of the sterile field. Assists in the care of sterile supplies and equipment. Provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation. Performs additional duties as directed by the Nurse Manager.

Responsible for compliance to hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations, as well as those of regulatory and accrediting bodies.

Schedule: 40 hours per week

Benefit Highlights:

State Health Benefits and State Pension Plan

Up to 6 weeks Paid Parental Leave

PTO and Sick Time (ESL) Accruals

Free Telehealth Visits for Care Team Member and family

Onsite Pharmacy

Education Assistance

Education: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology First Assist Program

Licensures/Certifications: Current CPR certification; Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Required.

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.