Certified Surgical First Assistant - Cardiovascular Operating Room - St. Francis Downtown

Bon Secours is a faith‑based, patient‑focused organization dedicated to enhancing the health and well‑being of all people through exceptional patient care and a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks individuals committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates thrive and help communities. Up to $20,000 sign‑on bonus available. Certified Surgical First Assistant – Cardiovascular Operating Room – St. Francis Downtown Job Summary Prepare the cardiac surgical room, gather patient and case‑specific supplies and equipment. Under the direct supervision of a surgeon, perform first, second or third assistant tasks during an intra‑operative procedure, including providing exposure, retracting to expose anatomy without undue pressure on organs and tissues, performing surgical wound repair techniques and controlling blood loss during cardiac surgery. May be called to perform duties in the main OR during normal working hours when not in conflict with cardiovascular OR responsibilities. Essential Functions Serve as the surgical assistant on assigned cardiac surgery cases and function in the scrub role as assigned. Under direct supervision of the operating surgeon, handle tissue, provide exposure, use instruments and sutures, provide hemostasis, perform wound closure and knot tying, irrigate wound site, and use power equipment and stapling devices. Perform surgical hand scrub, following the Surgical Scrub Policy and Procedure, gown and glove, following gowning and gloving policy and procedure. Assist the surgeon or scrub person in draping the patient to establish the sterile field in accordance with AORN standards and departmental policies. Assist scrub personnel and surgeon in applying dressings as requested. Share responsibility for patient safety, maintaining an environment free of obstacles and hazards that could result in injury. Education High school diploma or equivalent (required) Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required) Required Licensing & Certifications BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire) Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) – NBSTSA, NSAA, or NCCSA (required). Preferred if hired in Virginia before July 1, 2020, or in Cincinnati. Registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Assistant (required if employed in Virginia) Experience Two years’ experience in an operating room (required) Experience in a cardiovascular operating room (preferred) Skills & Abilities Monitor patient conditions during treatment Complete routine tasks and basic reading, writing, arithmetic Operate basic equipment/machinery Follow instructions Assist with performing circulator skills and tasks Soft/Interpersonal Skills: Attention to detail Critical thinking Teamwork Conflict resolutionActive listening Relationship building Demonstrates a caring attitude and intentional caring behaviors in interactions and patient/family care Communicates clearly all pertinent patient information Possess Surgical Conscience Anticipate needs Flexible Takes direction Works under pressure Professionalism Move with a sense of urgency Training None What We Offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and a 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short‑ and long‑term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr Bon Secours