SURGICAL FIRST ASSIST
full-time•Danville
About this role
Job Summary:
As a member of the perioperative healthcare team, the surgical first assistant maintains a working relationship with all members of the peri-operative healthcare team. The surgical first assistant provides assistance to the surgeons in the surgical arena. The surgical first assistant supports the surgeon during the surgical procedure by assisting in patient positioning and providing visualization/retraction during surgical procedures. The surgical first assistant also assists with hemostasis and closure of the operative site. The surgical first assistant effectively interacts with other disciplines to coordinate the patient's care while in the surgical environment. The surgical first assistant demonstrates the ability to implement a plan for specific surgical cases and is responsible with the RN for accurate and complete patient records to ensure expeditious retrieval of information. The surgical first assistant is responsible with the RN for creating/maintaining sterile fields as appropriate. The surgical first assistant must demonstrate self-direction and professionalism by identifying areas of needed skill development and participating in educational activities; using the expertise of the unit nursing staff and the supervisory staff in dealing with patient problems; participating in unit meetings; being reliable and accountable on scheduled work days. The surgical first assistant will be accountable for promoting the corporate philosophy of F.I.R.S.T. values by effectively relating with patients, their families, visitors, nursing staff members and members of other disciplines and departments. The surgical first assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.The surgical first assistant demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and in collaboration with the RN display the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's needs relative to his/her age-specific needs. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).
As a member of the perioperative healthcare team, the surgical first assistant maintains a working relationship with all members of the peri-operative healthcare team. The surgical first assistant provides assistance to the surgeons in the surgical arena. The surgical first assistant supports the surgeon during the surgical procedure by assisting in patient positioning and providing visualization/retraction during surgical procedures. The surgical first assistant also assists with hemostasis and closure of the operative site. The surgical first assistant effectively interacts with other disciplines to coordinate the patient's care while in the surgical environment. The surgical first assistant demonstrates the ability to implement a plan for specific surgical cases and is responsible with the RN for accurate and complete patient records to ensure expeditious retrieval of information. The surgical first assistant is responsible with the RN for creating/maintaining sterile fields as appropriate. The surgical first assistant must demonstrate self-direction and professionalism by identifying areas of needed skill development and participating in educational activities; using the expertise of the unit nursing staff and the supervisory staff in dealing with patient problems; participating in unit meetings; being reliable and accountable on scheduled work days. The surgical first assistant will be accountable for promoting the corporate philosophy of F.I.R.S.T. values by effectively relating with patients, their families, visitors, nursing staff members and members of other disciplines and departments. The surgical first assistant demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care appropriate to the age of the patients served on his/her assigned unit.The surgical first assistant demonstrates the knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the lifespan and in collaboration with the RN display the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interpret the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's needs relative to his/her age-specific needs. Exhibits the F.I.R.S.T. values (Friendliness, Innovation, Respect, Service, and Trust).
Working Conditions, Hazards and Physical Effort:
Works in a well-lighted, ventilated and air conditioned area. Often exposed to unpleasant odors, sights and sounds. Long periods in a stationary position and moving around the unit are required. May experience exposure to disease, infection, blood and body fluids, physical strain and/or hazardous materials. Must be able to move or position 50 lbs. independently. Will work dayshift during the weekdays with call every five to six (5-6) weeks.
Contacts with Others:
Patients, family members and significant others, physicians and Associates, other healthcare providers, administrative staff and hospital support services.
EQUIPMENT USED/SPECIAL SKILLS REQUIRED:
(See competency check list.)
Qualifications
Demonstrated competence in the clinical setting. Three (3) years scrub tech experience required.
Other facts
Tech stack
Surgical Assistance,Patient Positioning,Hemostasis,Closure of Operative Site,Sterile Field Maintenance,Patient Care Coordination,Professionalism,Skill Development,Communication,Team Collaboration,Growth and Development Principles,Data Assessment,F.I.R.S.T. Values,Reliability,Accountability
About Ephraim McDowell Health
The Ephraim McDowell Health system is a comprehensive, integrated healthcare delivery system that serves more than 119,000 residents from six counties in central Kentucky. Ephraim McDowell Regional Medical Center is at the core of the system, a non-profit, 222-bed licensed hospital. Our other hospitals are Ephraim McDowell Fort Logan Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital located in neighboring Lincoln County (Stanford), and Ephraim McDowell James B. Haggin Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital located in neighboring Mercer County (Harrodsburg).
Team size: 1,001-5,000 employees
Website: http://www.emhealth.org
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Industry: Hospitals and Health Care
What you'll do
- The surgical first assistant provides assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures, including patient positioning and maintaining sterile fields. They also coordinate patient care and ensure accurate patient records.
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