Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) First Assist (FA)
Company: Emerald Health Services
Location: Akron
Posted on: May 12, 2022
Job Description:
Emerald Health Services is hiring a Travel - -Certified -OR Tech
First Assist (CSFA)Shift: Days/ 7a-5p, 10x4, 40 hrs per weekLength:
-13 WeeksRequirements:
- 1 Year' Experience
- AHA BLS preferredThis is a nicotine free facility. - Nicotine
panel drug screening requirement.Other Details:
- Positions patient and tends to patient's warmth and comfort
needs
- Inspects and prepares skin for surgical procedures (e.g., hair
removal by clippers, preps. area, etc.) as needed
- Assists in the visualization of the operative site by the
following: appropriate placement and securing of retractors.
- Digital manipulation of tissue, suctioning, irrigating, or
sponging. Manipulation of suture materials (e.g. loops, tags,
running sutures)
- Proper use of body mechanics to prevent obstruction of the
surgeon's view
- Foley catheter insertion as evidenced by competency
- Performs duties of Surgical Technician First Assist and all
other duties not specifically assignedPositions patient and tends
to patient's warmth and comfort needs. 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.
Works with anesthesia provider and RN Circulator to adequately pad
all points of pressure (elbows, heels, knees, eyes, face and
axillary region). Confirms that circulation is not impaired. Guards
against nerve damage. Upon completion of the procedure, evaluates
patient for any possible damage from positioning which includes
assessment of the skin. Reports any and all abnormal conditions to
surgeon and Circulating RN. Confirms that treatment and
documentation is carried out.Inspects and prepares skin for
surgical procedures (e.g., hair removal by clippers, preps. area,
etc.) as needed.Under the supervision and as directed by physician,
performs the following activities while acting in Assistant role.
Assists in the visualization of the operative site by the
following: appropriate placement and securing of retractors.
Digital manipulation of tissue, suctioning, irrigating, or
sponging. Manipulation of suture materials (e.g. loops, tags,
running sutures). Proper use of body mechanics to prevent
obstruction of the surgeon's view.Utilizing appropriate techniques
to assist with hemostasis. Permanent: clamping and/or cauterizing
vessels or tissue, tying and/or ligating clamped vessels or tissue,
applying hemostatic clips, placing local hemostatic agents.
Temporary: applying tourniquets and demonstrating awareness of the
indications/contraindications for use with knowledge of side
effects of extended use/Applies vessel loops, non-crushing clamps
and direct digital pressure.Under the supervision and as directed
by physician, performs the following activities while acting in
Assistant role independently applies electrocautery and
instrumentation directly to tissue as appropriate during surgical
intervention; prepares grafts (bone, tendon, skin, etc.)Under the
supervision and as directed by physician, performs the following
activities while acting in Assistant role utilizes appropriate
techniques to assist with closure of body planes. Performs wound
closure of fascia, subcutaneous and skin closures and applies
post-operative wound dressings, slings, etc.; provides assistance
in securing drainage systems to tissue and connecting drains to
suction apparatusFoley catheter insertion as evidenced by
competencyPerforms duties of Surgical Technician First Assist and
all other duties not specifically assigned.Unit: -1104-21 Recovery
Unit InpatientThe Emerald Difference:
- Day 1 health insurance coverage and comprehensive benefits
options
- 401(k) matching program
- Weekly direct deposit
- Concierge state licensing program for RN and other healthcare
modalities in multiple states, including CA
- Industry leading allowances and reimbursements
- Referral program with cash bonuses and additional perks
- Exclusive job openings - Only at Emerald
- Emerald Elite Program - Priority status at top facilities and
exclusive loyalty bonusesJob ID: 494115
Keywords: Emerald Health Services, Akron , Travel OR Tech (Surgical Tech) First Assist (FA), Healthcare , Akron, Ohio
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