Lead Surgical First Assistant
3 weeks ago
The Surgical First Assistant plays a crucial role in the perioperative team, working under the direction of the surgeon to ensure a safe and successful operation. This position requires a high level of skill and expertise, with a focus on providing optimal patient results.
Key Responsibilities- Functions as a surgical first assistant at the direction of and under the appropriate supervision of the attending surgeon.
- Provides visualization of the operative site through appropriate placement and securing of retractors.
- Utilizes permanent and temporary techniques to assist with hemostasis.
- Administers post-operative subcutaneous local anesthetic injection.
- Assists with placement of implants.
- Closes body planes and applies wound dressings per the method indicated by the attending physician.
- Must have completed an accredited surgical first assistant training program.
- Meets one of the following criteria: graduate of a CAAHEP Surgical First Assistant program, medical school graduate, or allied health professional with 2250 hours of surgical rotation.
- Must have and maintain one of the following certifications: Surgical Technologist Certification, Surgical First Assistant certification, or LSA- Licensed Surgical Assistant.
Methodist Hospital Specialty and Transplant is a full-service hospital with over 260 beds, providing specialized services for liver cancer care, emergency care, weight loss surgery, urology surgery, vascular surgery, inpatient rehabilitation, colorectal surgery, and behavioral health care. We are committed to providing the highest quality of patient care possible, as proven by our consecutive Grade A scores from the Leapfrog's Hospital Safety Grade survey and ranking in the nation's top quartile for patient experience.
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Lead Surgical First Assistant
1 month ago
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Surgical First Assistant
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Surgical First Assistant PRN Position
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Surgical First Assistant PRN Opportunity
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Surgical First Assistant PRN
1 month ago
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Surgical First Assistant
3 weeks ago
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Surgical First Assistant
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Surgical First Assistant
3 weeks ago
San Antonio, Texas, United States Methodist Hospital Landmark Full timeJob SummaryThe Surgical First Assistant plays a vital role in the perioperative team at Methodist Hospital Landmark. This position requires a skilled and experienced professional to assist the surgeon during procedures, ensuring a safe and successful outcome for patients.Key ResponsibilitiesFunctions as a surgical first assistant at the direction of and...
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Surgical First Assistant
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Surgical First Assistant
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Surgical First Assistant
1 month ago
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Surgical Assistant
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Surgical Intensive Care Unit Nurse
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Surgical Assistant
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RN First Assistant Senior
3 weeks ago
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Certified Surgical Technologist PRN Position
3 weeks ago
San Antonio, Texas, United States United Surgical Partners Full timeUnited Surgical Partners is seeking a skilled Certified Surgical Technologist to provide direct and indirect services to surgical patients under the supervision of a professional nurse. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical technology, with experience in maintaining the proper functioning of surgical instruments, cleaning and...
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Surgical Assistant
3 weeks ago
San Antonio, Texas, United States Methodist Hospital Northeast Full timeAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Surgical First Assistant to join our team at Methodist Hospital Northeast. As a Surgical First Assistant, you will work closely with our perioperative team to provide exceptional patient care and support.Key ResponsibilitiesAssist the surgeon during surgical procedures, providing visualization of the operative...
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Surgical Assistant
3 weeks ago
San Antonio, Texas, United States Christus Health Full timeJob Summary:The Surgical First Assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. The Surgical First Assistant performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Surgical First...
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Certified Surgical Technologist Lead
3 weeks ago
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Surgical Scheduler
1 day ago
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