Certified First Assistant-Surgical Technologist - PRN

Certified First Assistant-Surgical Technologist - PRN

Job ID: 287604 Category: Technician/Technologists Work Type: PER DIEM Location: Lancaster, PA, United States

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Location: Women's and Babies Hospital in Lancaster, PA

Schedule: PRN, minimum of 8 hours per 2 week pay period

Position Summary:

Manages a focused surgical program, consistent with the mission of the Department of Surgical Services, by performing a variety of duties related to the preparation, processing and arrangement of surgical instruments, supplies and staffing coordinating with the physicians and Surgical Specialty Supervisor to ensure continuity of care based on knowledge of clinical needs of patients, established standards of care and resource utilization. Also assists in the delivery of patient care by handling instruments during operative procedures and by performing a variety of duties related to the preparation, processing and arrangement of surgical instruments and supplies under a Registered Nurse during other operative procedures not related to the focused surgical programs. Patient care includes care to patients in the following age groups: neonatal (birth to 30 days), pediatric (30 days through 12 years), adolescent (13 through 18 years), adult (19 through 64 years), and geriatric (65 years and above).

Essential Functions:

• Provides primary surgical assistance to the surgeon during the operative procedure. Functions as first assistant to the surgeon by handling tissue, using instruments to provide wound exposure and hemostasis, suction, sponge and bovie when needed, cutting and clipping tissue and tying suture as directed by surgeon, which may include closure of surgical wound. Demonstrates expertise with laparoscopic equipment and techniques.
• Works with Surgical Specialty Supervisor and Perioperative Management Team to develop and establish focused surgical programs including but not limited to educational requirements and programs, instrument and supply requirements, coordination of staffing, development of processes and procedures and support processes.
• Directs daily room activities in their focused programs working cooperatively with their Surgical Specialty Supervisor and physicians to maximize operational efficiency and staff and physician support.
• Establishes rapport with physicians and provides accurate technical and operational recommendations. Discusses any physician concerns and issues with Surgical Specialty Supervisor.
• Functions as a patient, staff and physician advocate – especially as it pertains to their program area.
• Assures that all LGH, department of Surgical Services and LHA policies and procedures are followed.
• Takes corrective action to eliminate inter/intradepartmental problems. Reports problems beyond his/her scope of responsibility to the Surgical Specialty Supervisor.
• Utilizes techniques of infection control. Monitors all personnel for compliance with aseptic techniques and safety standards.
• Secures, sets up and otherwise prepares the Operating Room equipment, instruments and supplies. Adjusts equipment within the Operating Room to meet the needs of the surgeon and operative requirements.
• Anticipates and supplies surgeon's needs for instruments, supplies and equipment in such a way that the surgeon need not divert his/her attention from the operative field.
• Identifies emergency situations and responds in a calm and efficient manner. Recognizes surgical complications and anticipates corrective measures, assuring expeditious treatment.
• Cares for contaminated instruments and supplies during and after the surgical procedures utilizing appropriate environmental control techniques.
• Assures relief of personnel to facilitate education, unit maintenance, PI work and for special meetings.
• Works with Educational Staff to ensure educational programs are developed and education and testing is facilitated.
• Participates in the on-call responsibilities for this position as required.

Required Qualifications:

• H.S. Diploma/GED
• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Technology program.
• Graduate from a CAAHEP-accredited surgical assistant program.
• Five years of Operating Room experience.
• CPR Certification

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