Certified First Assist II Full Time Days Possible $10K Sign-On Bonus Tampa
Company: AdventHealth
Location: Gainesville
Posted on: July 20, 2021
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Job Description:
Location
Address: 3100 East Fletcher Avenue Tampa, Florida
33613 Florida Hospital
Pepin Heart Institute, known across the country for its advances in
cardiovascular disease prevention, diagnosis, treatment and
research. Surgical Pioneers –
the first in Tampa with the latest robotics in spine surgery Building a brand
new, six story surgical and patient care tower which will ensure
state of the art medical and surgical car for generations to
come Awarded the Get
With The Guidelines – Stroke GOLD Quality Achievement Award from
the American Heart Association/American Stroke Association and have
been recognized as a recipient of their Target: Stroke Honor Roll
for our expertise in stroke care. We have also received
certification by The Joint Commission in collaboration with the
American Stroke Association as a Primary Stroke Center.
PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND JOB
RESPONSIBILITIES: A. The
surgeon shall convey the exact position that will give the best
exposure for the surgical procedure. The surgical assistant will
carry out this order. Consideration will be given to the patient’s
comfort and safety. B.
Points of pressure shall be padded: elbows, heels, knees, eyes,
face, and axillary region. C.
Circulation shall not be impaired. (A tourniquet may be required
for some procedures.) D.
Nerve damage shall be guarded against. E. The
temperature of the patient should be discussed with the anesthesia
personnel and methods employed to
maintain the desired
temperature range. F. The
surgical assistant shall be familiar with common positions related
to the surgical procedure and will be able to use the equipment
necessary to provide the position.
Competencies will include the
following:
(1)
Fracture tables
(2)
Head stabilizers
(3)
Body stabilizers
(4)
C-arm extensions
(5)
Any other equipment needed G.
Upon completion of the procedure, the patient shall be evaluated
for any possible damage from positioning which will include
assessment of the skin. The abnormal condition shall be reported to
the surgeon and treatment and documentation shall be carried
out. 2. Providing
visualization of the operative site by the following: A.
Appropriate placement and securing of retractors with or without
padding B.
Packing with sponges C.
Digital manipulation of tissue D.
Suctioning, irrigating, or sponging E.
Manipulation of suture materials (e.g., loops, tags, running
sutures) F.
Proper use of body mechanics to prevent obstruction of the
surgeon’s view 3. Utilizing
appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis A.
Permanent
(1) Clamping and/or cauterizing
vessels or tissue
(2) Tying and/or ligating clamped
vessels or tissue
(3) Applying hemostatic clips
(4) Placing local hemostatic
agents B.
Temporary
(1) Applying tourniquets and
demonstrating awareness of the indications/contraindications for
use with knowledge of side effects of extended use
(2) Applying vessel loops
(3) Applying non-crushing clamps 4. Participating in
volume replacement or auto-transfusion techniques as
appropriate 5. Utilizing
appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes A.
Utilizing running or interrupted subcutaneous sutures with
absorbable or non-absorbable material B.
Utilizing subcuticular closure technique with or without adhesive
skin closure strips C.
Closing skin with method indicated by surgeon (suture, staples,
etc. D.
Postoperative subcutaneous injection of local anesthetic agent as
directed by the surgeon 6. Selecting and
applying appropriate wound dressings, including the following: A.
Liquid or spray occlusive materials B.
Absorbent material affixed with tape or circumferential
wrapping. C.
Immobilizing dressing (soft or rigid) 7. Providing
assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue 8. Performs
operative shave prep, scrub, urinary catheterization, or other
patient care tasks as assigned by the RN ·
Proficient in scrubbing for all operative procedures within the
scope of service ·
Setup of procedure/operating room with correct instrumentation and
supplies for the scheduled case ·
Identifies unsafe or defective instrument/equipment and implements
appropriate corrective action ·
Cleans instruments, equipment and room as appropriate when
procedure is completed 11. Ensures proper
disposal of instruments, linen, trash, needles, sponges and other
bio hazardous
waste 12. Completes all
annual mandatory educational requirements 14. Primary
preceptor for orientation and instruction of surgical personnel
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
REQUIRED: Individuals must
possess these knowledge, skills and abilities and be able to
explain and to demonstrate that s/he can perform the essential
functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation,
using some other combination of skills and abilities.
KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS
PREFERRED:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED: ·
Successful completion of an accredited Surgical Technology
Course ·
Able to precept and act as resource person and preceptor in
multiple surgical specialties ·
Minimum three years’ experience as as a CST/CFA (CST experience
calculated at ½ years experience). ·
Specialist in at least 2 major surgical specialties (Orthopedics
and Neurosurgery/Spine) and Robotics.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
PREFERRED:
? National Board of Surgical
Technician and Surgical Assistant (NBSTA) or
? National Commission for the
Certification of Surgical Assistant (NCCSA)
LICENSURE, CERTIFICATION OR REGISTRATION
PREFERRED: How we treat those
we serve and each other is what sets us apart from other healthcare
organizations. We want everyone who walks through our doors to feel
loved, cared for, and at ease. Whether you are clinical or
non-clinical, your actions and behaviors can create an environment
that either builds trust or causes anxiety and fear. We have made
it easy for you to ensure that you are always building trust and
providing excellent care by exhibiting our Service
Standards. All team members
will be held accountable for consistently living out our 16 Service
Standards and the additional behaviors listed below to ensure that
every person, every time has an exceptional
experience. I follow the dress
code and wear my badge correctly. I nurture
whole-person care through CREATION Health. I listen and
communicate using iCARE. (Introduce, Connect, Anticipate,
Reinforce, Extend) I innovate and
continually seek ways to improve our work. I recover service
and restore trust using ACT. (Acknowledge/Apologize, Correct,
Thank) Team members must
conform to all AdventHealth organizational and departmental
policies and procedures including but not limited
to:
· Code of Conduct as outlined in the
“Guidelines for Employees” handbook Establishes and
maintains a history of regular attendance; makes appropriate use of
PDO and observes department call-in procedures for absence;
establishes and maintains punctual work habits. Exhibits timely
arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and
other breaks. Attends and
participates in mandatory facility-wide and department
training/meetings as required (including but not limited to:
ALN, safety training, etc.). Is able to demonstrate and apply
knowledge of fire, safety, security, and disaster procedure
regulations as presented in orientation, outlined in the safety
manual, and as pertains to each work area. Required to respond
to emergency situations (i.e. disasters, hurricanes, etc.) by
reporting to department and staying until the crisis is over or
your position is covered by incoming personnel. This is a mandatory
requirement. Refusal to respond may result in
termination. Contributes to the
successful achievement of department-stated goals and objectives
and will facilitate staff cohesiveness and communication. This position
description reflects the general duties and responsibilities
necessary to describe the principal functions of the job, as
identified, and shall not be considered an exhaustive list of job
responsibilities which may be inherent in the job. To perform this
job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each
essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
The responsibilities listed may be subject to change at any time
and individuals may be asked to perform duties outside of their
regular responsibilities to support the ongoing operations of
AdventHealth and its facilities Prepares and
maintains the surgical area, scrubs and is first assistant to the
physician during procedures, assists the RN in technical functions
related to patient care in the OR and assists in the training of
others and functions as a resource within the department.
Description
This facility is an equal
opportunity employer and complies with federal, state and local
anti-discrimination laws, regulations and ordinances.
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