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MyMichigan Health · 4 weeks ago

First Assist Surg Tech I

Saginaw, MI

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

5+ years exp

MyMichigan Health is a technology-driven organization seeking a First Assist Surgical Tech I. This role involves preparing the surgical suite, assisting in patient care during operations, and ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are ready and in working condition.

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Responsibilities

Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedure, anatomy and physiology, and operative techniques related to specific procedure

Assures all necessary supplies, equipment or instruments are opened or available. Ensure items are charged for appropriately by confirming with nurse and surgical technologist

Assists physician as directed with proper positioning, draping, retracting, suctioning, sponging, tissue handling, cautery techniques, stapling devices, and suturing

Assists team members in transportation, positioning and total care of patients

Demonstrates a broad range of knowledge with proficiency in preparation of surgical procedures and has versatility in applicable surgical technologist duties role if needed

Participates in orientation, ongoing competencies, education, and staff development

Participates in regulatory surveys

Participates in performance improvement activities

Fulfills on-call responsibilities and extra shift coverage as needed

Demonstrates a positive, courteous, and helpful attitude toward patients, visitors, physicians, and co-workers

Remains calm and efficient when working in stressful situations

Shares information and reports significant changes and./or abnormal findings to appropriate team members

Attend and/or participate in professional association activities and programs to assure being current on regulations, guidelines, and professional standards of care

Remain current on new developments in healthcare by reading professional journals and attending seminars when applicable

Other duties as assigned

Qualification

Certified Surgical TechnologistFirst Assistant certificationSurgical procedures knowledgeManual dexterityMechanical skillsMicrosoft WindowsStress managementInterpersonal skillsTeamwork

Required

Knowledge of surgical procedures and standards of practice acquired through a surgical technology program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Alllied Health Education Program (CAAHEP) which upon completion may certify for certified surgical technologist exam or completion of a certified Surgical Technology program which upon completion of program may receive a National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT) certification

Certifications must be valid with National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) and National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)

Five years experience as a surgical technologist

On the job trained as a First Assistant at MyMichigan or 5 years experience as a First Assistant

First assistant must complete skills/practice competency as described in the career ladder for current first assistant level

Manual dexterity and mechanical skills needed to properly use and hold surgical instruments

Interpersonal skills needed to communicate successfully with individuals and groups and interact with people at all levels to communicate ideas and concepts in a clear and understandable manner

MyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization and employees need to demonstrate competency in Microsoft® Windows

Able to wear personal protective equipment that includes latex materials or appropriate substitute if required for your position

Is able to move freely about facility with or without an assisted device and must be able to perform the functions of the job as outlined in the job description

Overall vision and hearing is necessary with or without assisted device(s)

Frequently required to sit/stand/walk for long periods of time

May require frequent postural changes such as stooping, kneeling or crouching

Some exposure to blood borne pathogens and other potentially infectious material

Must follow MyMichigan Health bloodborne pathogen and TB testing as required

Ability to handle multiple tasks, get along with others, work independently, regular and predictable attendance and ability to stay awake

Overall dexterity is required including handling, reaching, grasping, fingering and feeling

May require repetition of these movements on a regular to frequent basis

Physical Demand Level: Medium

Must be able to occasionally (0-33% of the workday) lift or carry 21-50 lbs., frequently 34-66% of the workday 20 lbs. and or Walk/Stand/Push/Pull of Arm/Leg controls and constantly (67-100% or the workday) 10 lbs