MyMichigan Health · 15 hours ago
First Assist Surg Tech I - Weekend Only
Saginaw, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
5+ years expMyMichigan Health is a technology driven organization, and they are seeking a First Assist Surgical Technologist I for weekend shifts. This role involves preparing the surgical suite, assisting the surgeon during procedures, and ensuring all necessary supplies and equipment are available and functional.
Health CareHospital
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
Required
Knowledge of surgical procedures and standards of practice acquired through a surgical technology program accredited through Commission on Accreditation of Allied 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
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
BLS: Basic Life Support credential within 1 month of hire or transfer
High school education
Technical education specialization
Preferred
Certified Surgical Technologist certification
Company
MyMichigan Health
MyMichigan Health is a a non-profit healthcare company.
10001+ employees
Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Lydia Watson
Chief Executive Officer
Bryan Cross
Chief Operating Officer
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