Surgical First Assistant
3 weeks ago
The Surgical First Assistant plays a vital role in the perioperative team at Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant. This position requires a skilled and experienced professional to assist the surgeon during procedures, ensuring the highest level of patient care and safety.
Key Responsibilities- Function as a surgical first assistant at the direction of and under the appropriate supervision of the attending surgeon.
- Provide visualization of the operative site through appropriate placement and securing of retractors.
- Utilize permanent and temporary techniques to assist with hemostasis.
- Administer post-operative subcutaneous local anesthetic injection.
- Assist with placement of implants.
- Closure of body planes and applies wound dressings per the method indicated by the attending physician.
- Must have completed a high school diploma or GED.
- Successful completion of an accredited surgical first assistant training program.
- Meets one of the following: Graduate/completion of CAAHEP Surgical First Assistant, Surgical Assistant Program, Medical School Graduate OR an allied health professional with 2250 hours of surgical rotation.
- Must have and maintain one of the following: Surgical Technologist Certification, Surgical First Assistant certification, or LSA- Licensed Surgical Assistant through the Texas Medical Board.
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant is a leading healthcare provider, recognized for its record-setting kidney, liver, and pancreas transplant programs. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, education assistance, and a supportive work environment. If you are a skilled and compassionate professional looking to make a difference in patient care, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity.
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