Overview:
Our Downtown Surgical Services team is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech/First Assist (ST / FA) to provide assistance and support to the surgical team by evaluating and coordinating activities during surgical procedures. ST / FA perform pre- and post-operative activities to facilitate optimal patient care. ST / FA will anticipate the needs of the surgeons and provide necessary supplies and support for procedures.
Type of Opportunity: Per Required Need FTE: 0.001
Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours

• Prepare and provide instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the operating room under the direction of a registered nurse and / or surgeon
• Prepare and position the patient for surgery, prepare the skin for surgical incision
• Assist in visualization of the operating field by providing visibility with the help of retractors, sponges, suctioning or manipulating sutures. Ensure that they are in position that does not obstruct the surgeons line of vision
• Provide (as needed) assistance in controlling blood flow (through hemostasis, cauterization, clamps, tourniquets or pressure)
• Secures drainage systems to prevent the accumulation of fluid in the body post operatively
• Harvest surgical grafts
• Perform closure of incisions (with sutures or staples)Apply wound dressings
• Follow facility protocol and policy as well as other state and federal laws and regulation