Surgical Tech, First Assistant

4 weeks ago

Ocoee, United States Orlando Health Full time

Position Summary

Performs in the role of first assistant to the surgeon, able to perform all the duties associated with the Scrub Tech III role, demonstrating
knowledge of anatomy, physiology and carrying out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal
patient results.

*This position is Part Time with variable shifts at Health Central (10000 W Colonial Dr, Ocoee, FL 34761)

ORLANDO HEALTH - HEALTH CENTRAL HOSPITAL

Located in Ocoee, Florida, Orlando Health - Health Central Hospital is a 252-bed comprehensive medical and surgical acute-care facility that has been serving the residents of west Orange County for more than 70 years. Services range from
24/7 emergency care to heart and vascular and stroke care, neurosciences, oncology, orthopedics, minimally invasive robotic surgery and more. Our hospital has earned accreditations and designations in many specialty services, including
bariatric, spine, stroke, hip replacement and knee replacement. We also have been recognized as a High Performing Hospital in diabetes, heart attack and heart failure by U.S. News & World Report for 2023-2024 and received an "A" Safety
Grade from The Leapfrog Group for Spring 2023.

Orlando Health - Health Central is part of the Orlando Health system of care, which includes award-winning hospitals and ERs, specialty institutes, urgent care centers, primary care practices and outpatient facilities that span Florida's east to west coasts and beyond. Collectively, our 27,000+ team members honor our over 100-year legacy by providing professional and compassionate care to the patients, families and communities we serve.

Orlando Health is committed to providing you with benefits that go beyond the expected, with career-growing free education programs and well-being services to support you and your family through every stage of life. We begin your benefits on day one and offer flexibility wherever possible, so that you can be present for your passions. "Orlando Health Is Your Best Place to Work" is not just something we say, it's our promise to you

Responsibilities

Essential Functions

  • Demonstrates through clinical practice, a clear understanding of sterile techniques and has a working knowledge of the specialized instrumentation and equipment required for a variety of specialty procedures.
  • Able to anticipate and prioritize the needs of the various steps associated with the procedure.
  • Takes part in sponge, needle and instrument counts as dictated by the procedure.
  • Responsible for maintaining the surgical specimens in a manner which identifies and preserves them for pathology evaluation.
  • Assists in ordering and stocking of specialty supplies under the direction of management staff and departmental guidelines.
  • Performs under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon.
  • Understands the role of the first assistant in relation to the surgical team under the supervision of the circulating nurse.
  • Communicates appropriate information regarding the patient's condition to the RN and other members of the surgical team.
  • Responsible for maintaining a working knowledge of all surgical procedures and effectively providing assistance to the surgeon during those procedures requiring an assistant.
  • Activities to include, but not limited to, positioning the patient, draping the patient, clamping and tying, cauterizing superficial
  • bleeders, providing exposure through the use of retractors, maintaining a dry field through the use of suction equipment, following
  • and cutting sutures, suturing subcutaneous skin and wound closure as directed by the surgeon.
  • In performance of duties must display knowledge and skill in tissue handling, providing exposure, using instruments, suturing, and
  • provision of homeostasis asepsis and infection control
  • Recognizes safety hazards and initiates appropriate preventative and corrective action.
  • Demonstrates advanced proficiency in surgical technology practice.
  • Ability to perform in scrub role in all surgical specialties.
  • Demonstrates professional attitude.
  • Maintains reasonably regular, punctual attendance consistent with Orlando Health policies, the ADA, FMLA and other federal, state and local standards.
  • Maintains compliance with all Orlando Health policies and procedures.
Other Related Functions
  • Demonstrates clinical expertise and advanced knowledge of patient care techniques related to surgical specialties
  • Assumes the responsibility for professional growth and development and continuing education
  • Participates in orientation of new staff as assigned, serving as a role model and technical resource
  • Dependable and reliable in the performance of Surgical Tech III duties and performs any function of the surgical tech role as fits the needs of the department.
  • Performs all duties as assigned.
Qualifications

Education/Training
  • High School diploma.
  • Graduate of accredited Surgical Technology program.
  • Successful completion of an accredited First Assistant training course which includes didactic and supervised clinical learning
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