Certified Surgical First Assistant

Baptist Ambulatory Surgery Center is Hiring a Full-Time Certified Surgical First Assistant $20k Sign on Bonus Available No Weekends! Looking for experienced ortho Certified First Assistant, willing to pay for total joint experience. Are you burnt out from working in the hospital environment? Constantly frustrated that you lack the time, staff, or resources to provide adequate or exceptional care for your patients? Long for an administration that TRULY cares about both employees and their patients? Tired of weekends/having to be on call and want more time to spend with your little ones or family? If you answered yes, then Baptist Ambulatory Surgery Center (BASC) is the place for you! Some other benefits of working at BASC: NO call, NO weekends, NO holidays (holidays are PAID for full-time employees!) $20,000 Sign-On Bonus! Support from administration for advancing career goals (FA school, etc.) Great, supportive work environment with: Bosses who truly care about you and your work/life balance A healthcare team that prides themselves on strong teamwork, communication, and making new hires feel welcomed An education team who is dedicated to your success and smooth transition onto the unit Facility Specialties: General Orthopedics, Joint Replacement, Pain Management Shifts: 4 days per week 10 hour shifts (hours will vary depending on caseload, but full-time employees always have the option to stay late to maintain hours) Official Job Description: Under the direct supervision of the Clinical Director, the Certified Surgical First Assistant assist the surgeon in all operative procedures and demonstrates competence while functioning as a member of the surgical team. Prepares and maintains supplies, instruments and equipment related to these procedures. Supports the philosophy, objectives and goals of the Surgery Center. Supports and participates in quality improvement activities. BASC is a fast-paced ambulatory surgery center committed to producing the highest quality work and experience for patients and their families. Experienced in supporting in the following specialties preferred: Orthopedics, ENT, General, Gynecology, Ophthalmology, Pain, and Podiatry. Other Benefits Offered through USPI/Tenet: Competitive wages Health, Dental & Vision Coverage 401(k) retirement plan/matching Paid Time Off (PTO) Paid Sick Time Company Paid Holidays Employee Assistance Programs Health Savings Account/ Flexible Spending Account Education Assistance Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability Insurance Life Insurance Free parking Required Experience: High school graduate or equivalent (required) Completion of an appropriate surgical assistant program or previous surgical first assistant experience of at least two years (required) Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center (strongly preferred, but will consider new graduates) Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation Ability to quickly adapt to changing condition of the patient when needed Must be an excellent team player and have the ability to communicate with staff, patients and physician. #J-18808-Ljbffr United Surgical Partners International