Trinity Health·Columbus, Ohio
The Surgical Technologist First Assist sets up and maintains the surgical field while assisting surgeons during operative procedures. Responsibilities include providing safe patient positioning, handling tissue, and performing surgical incision closures under direction.
Employment type: Part time
The Surgical Technologist First Assist, under the direction of a Registered Nurse, will provide patient care in an atmosphere sensitive to each person’s physical, emotional, social, and spiritual needs. Under the RN’s direction, sets up, and maintains the surgical field and assists the surgeon during operative procedures.
The surgical first assistant performs within the scope of service allowed by Mount Carmel Health System, even though they may have received training on tasks beyond what is allowable by the MCHS Scope for non-physician first assistants.
Performs observable, technical behaviors (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) as delegated by the surgeon. Practices within boundaries set by state and federal regulation and/or licensure in a non-physician role.
Ability to perform continuously detailed tasks with frequent interruptions and re-prioritize work constantly.
Assists in providing safe positioning of patents under the direct supervision of the RN
Assists in surgical case preparation (equipment, supplies, and instruments).
Collaborates with the surgeon to provide exposure of the field during operative procedure handles tissue and uses instruments under the direction of the surgeon.
Anticipates and assists in providing hemostasis during operative procedures under the direction of the surgeon.
Performs closure of surgical incisions as directed by surgeon.
Select and apply appropriate wound dressing.
Provides assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue.
Mount Carmel, a member of Trinity Health, has been a transforming healing presence in Central Ohio for over 135 years.
Mount Carmel serves over 1.3 million patients each year at our five hospitals, free-standing emergency centers, outpatient facilities, surgery centers, urgent care centers, primary care and specialty care physician offices, community outreach sites and homes across the region.
Mount Carmel College of Nursing offers one of Ohio's largest undergraduate, graduate, and doctor of nursing programs.
If you’re seeking a rewarding career where your purpose, passion, and desire to make a difference come alive, we invite you to consider joining our team.
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Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are 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, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.
Requires a high school diploma and a certification from a recognized board such as NCCSA, ABSA, or NBSTSA. Knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology is essential for this role.
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