Surgical Technician First Assistant - General Surgery (00646)

JOB TITLE: Surgical Tech First Assistant (Robotic Surgery) - 00646

Location: Kenner, LA

Schedule: Days

Job Type: Contract – 13 Weeks

Salary: Highly competitive Pay and Benefits

Our Values

“We seek to hire individuals who embody our Core Values, and every decision we make, large or small, is guided by our genuine care…for our valued client partners, our amazing caregivers, and for the patients who count on us all. The organizational culture we have created supports our ability to recruit, motivate, and empower our people at all levels to realize their full potential, deliver the best possible patient care, and provide world-class customer service.”

Benefits Include

• Above average pay rate
• Loyalty bonuses
• Referral bonuses
• Housing allowance with various options
• Bi-Weekly Payroll Direct Deposit
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with matching
• Life Insurance
• Mentorship Programs
• Licensure reimbursement
• Relocation reimbursement
• Professional Liability Insurance and Worker’s Compensation
• Free Unlimited Online CEUs
• 24/7/365 on-call live support.
  
  

Impact Talent Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applicants from diverse backgrounds to apply.

Qualifications

• Required - High school diploma or equivalent
• Required - 5 years of experience working in surgery
• Required - Certification from an accredited Surgical First Assistant Program
• Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association
  
  

Knowledge Skills And Abilities (KSAs)

• Skilled in suturing and saphenous vein harvesting
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique
• Conflict resolution skills and ability to demonstrate good judgment
• Basic analytical skills
• Proficiency in using computers, software, and web-based applications
• Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to present information clearly and professionally to varying levels of individuals throughout the patient care process
• Ability to travel throughout and between facilities
• (Constantly: activity or condition exists 2/3 or more of the time) to move objects
• Even though the weight lifted may be only a negligible amount, a job should be rated Light Work: (1) when it requires walking or standing to a significant degree; or (2) when it requires sitting most of the time but entails pushing and/or pulling of arm or leg controls; and/or (3) when the job requires working at a production rate pace entailing the constant pushing and/or pulling of materials even though the weight of those materials is negligible
  
  

Responsibilities

• This job collaborates with the surgeon and the healthcare team in performing a safe operation with optimal results for the patient
• Performs these functions under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations
• In collaboration with surgical technologists performs separate roles, which is defined by job descriptions and advanced education, which requires knowledge in the use of surgical instruments on tissues versus the handling of instruments
• Practices strict adherence to sterile technique
• Facilitates preparation of the patient for surgery
• Provides visualization of the operative field
• Under the direct supervision of the surgeon, harvests the saphenous vein for coronary artery grafting purposes
• Utilizes appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes
• Selects and applies appropriate wound dressing and secures drainage system or intra-aortic balloon pump to tissue
• Adapts behavior to the specific patient population, including but not limited to respect for privacy, method of introduction to the patient, adapting explanation of services or procedures to be performed, requesting permissions and communication style
• Performs other related duties as required
• Duties performed routinely require exposure to blood, body fluid, and tissue
• The incumbent works in a patient care area; works in an area where patients enter; works directly with patients; and/or works with specimens that could contain communicable diseases
  
  

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work only. They are not an exhaustive list of all required responsibilities, duties, and skills. Other duties may be added, or this description amended at any time. Remains knowledgeable on current federal, state, and local laws, accreditation standards, or regulatory agency requirements that apply to the assigned area of responsibility and ensures compliance with all such laws, regulations, and standards. This employer maintains and complies with its Compliance & Privacy Program and Standards of Conduct, including the immediate reporting of any known or suspected unethical or questionable behaviors or conduct, patient/employee safety, patient privacy, and/or other compliance-related concerns. The employer is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.