Surgical Technologist First Assistant

2 weeks ago

Charleston, West Virginia, United States WVU Medicine Full time

Welcome to an exciting opportunity with us. To apply for this position, please click the Apply button and complete the application in full.

Below, you will find essential information regarding this role.



Role Overview:
Functions as the assistant to the surgeon, working directly under their supervision throughout surgical procedures. Collaborates with the nursing staff, surgeon, anesthesiologist, and/or CRNA in providing care to patients during the preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases.

Minimum Qualifications:
Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:
  • Graduation from an accredited surgical technology program, recognized by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs).
  • Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) credential.
  • Current Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) credential.
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification must be obtained within 30 days of hire.
Experience:
  • A minimum of two (2) years of progressive clinical scrub experience in a CST role.

Preferred Qualifications:
Education, Certification, and/or Licensure:
  • Recommendations from three (3) multi-specialty surgeons to validate skill competency.

Core Responsibilities:
The following statements outline the general nature of work performed by individuals in this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

  • Perform technical skills necessary to prepare for surgical procedures.
  • Assist other perioperative team members in the care of surgical patients.
  • Provide direct patient care, identifying and addressing patient needs under the supervision of a registered nurse.
  • Assist the surgeon in the perioperative care of patients as directed.
  • Assess patient needs related to specific surgical procedures and gather necessary supplies and equipment.
  • Deliver age-appropriate care that respects patients' cultural, spiritual, and psychosocial needs.
  • Promote a safe environment conducive to patient well-being, observing for potential complications and reporting findings to the Registered Nurse.
  • May assist in scheduling operating room cases, recording information, and updating surgeon preference cards using the information management system.

Central Reprocessing Functions:

Involves decontamination of instruments, preparation for sterilization, and maintaining records for all equipment in accordance with established policies and procedures.


  • Utilize proper patient positioning, ensuring comfort and safety.
  • Provide visualization of the operative site through appropriate placement and securement of retractors, packing, and suctioning.
  • Employ techniques for hemostasis and assist with closure of body planes.
  • Select and apply appropriate wound dressings.
  • Assist in securing drainage systems to tissues.

Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

  • Capable of prolonged periods of standing and walking.
  • Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and push/pull heavy carts.
  • Possess visual, hearing, and oral acuity along with manual dexterity and technical ability.
  • Ability to wear personal protective equipment for extended periods.

Working Environment:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job.

  • May be exposed to communicable diseases, toxic gases, fumes, and odors.
  • Exposure to electrical currents and radiation from x-rays.

Skills and Abilities:
  • Ability to perform complex mental activities in highly technical situations.
  • Ability to work successfully under stress and adapt to varying workloads.
  • Ability to make sound judgments based on scientific principles and collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary team members.
  • Ability to comprehend and execute oral and written instructions and procedures.
  • Thorough knowledge and scrub skills for all surgical specialties.

Additional Job Information:
Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40
Shift:
Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt
Company: WVU Medicine
Cost Center: 615 Sterile Processing

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