Operating Room First Assistant

1 day ago


Bridgeton, Missouri, United States SSM Health Full time
Job Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Operating Room First Assistant to join our team at SSM Health. As a key member of our surgical team, you will provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety.

Responsibilities and Requirements
  • Position patients to provide optimal exposure for surgical procedures, using stabilizing equipment as needed to maximize patient comfort and safety.
  • Implement physicians' orders to provide visualization of the operative site, using appropriate methods to manipulate tissue and materials, retract, sponge, suction, and irrigate.
  • Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
  • Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings, and securing of drainage systems.
  • Apply evidence-based practice and scientific knowledge in healthcare to nursing practice, ensuring that nursing care is delivered based on patient-specific needs and clinical requirements.
Education and Experience

Completion of an RNFA program that meets AORN standards for RN first assistant education programs is required. Two years of registered nurse experience in an advanced surgical specialty or completion of an APRN program that meets AORN standards for RN first assistant education programs is also required.

Physical Requirements

Constant use of speech to share information through oral communication, constant standing and walking, frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs, and occasional lifting/moving of patients are required.

Professional Licenses and Certifications

Basic Life Support HealthCare Provider (BLS HCP) certification from the American Heart Association and Registered Professional Nurse (RN) licensure from the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation or a compact state are required. Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) certification from the Competency & Credentialing Institute is also preferred.

Work Environment

This role is a full-time position with a scheduled weekly hours of 40. SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.



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