Job Description
Overview
The Surgical Assistant functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the assistant to the surgeon. Also functions when required as the first or second surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN).
Qualifications
Education Level Field of Study Associate's Degree
Surgical Technology
Licenses/Certifications Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) - National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA)
Or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) Exempt - In role prior to 3/13/22 with training/experience - Exempt/Not Required
Or Basic Life Support (BLS) within 30 days - American Heart Association (AHA)
Work Experience Length of Experience Surgical assisting training in at least five major services
3+ years
Responsibilities
Essential Functions Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department.
Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures.
Applies knowledge of normal and pathologic anatomy and physiology.
Performs scrubbing duties as needed.
Performs preceptor duties.
Charges for equipment and supplies.
Assists in room turnover.
Assists with supply ordering, inventory control, and supply chain management as necessary.
Collaborates with surgeons and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation, and supplies are ready for each procedure.
Participates in Quality Assessment / Performance Improvement and Infection Control Committee's as needed.
Department Specific Job Function Applies principals of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment.
Demonstrates competency in skills, judgement and knowledge base.
Provides care to patients in accordance with established policies and procedures in the department.
Assist in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department.
Perform scrub duties as needed and assist with room turnover.
Collaborates with surgeon and OR team to ensure needed trays, instrumentation and supplies are available for each procedure.
About Us
Find it here. Discover the job, the career, the purpose you were meant for. The supportive and inclusive team where you can thrive. The place where growth meets balance – and opportunities meet flexibility. Find it all at Carle Health.
Based in Urbana, IL, Carle Health is a healthcare system with nearly 16,600 team members in its eight hospitals, physician groups and a variety of healthcare businesses. Carle BroMenn Medical Center, Carle Foundation Hospital, Carle Health Methodist Hospital, Carle Health Proctor Hospital, Carle Health Pekin Hospital, and Carle Hoopeston Regional Health Center hold Magnet® designations, the nation’s highest honor for nursing care. The system includes Methodist College and Carle Illinois College of Medicine, the world’s first engineering-based medical school, and Health Alliance™. We offer opportunities in several communities throughout central Illinois with potential for growth and life-long careers at Carle Health.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Carle Health participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization. | For more information: human.resources@carle.com.
Compensation and Benefits
The compensation range for this position is $29.39per hour - $50.55per hour. This represents a good faith minimum and maximum range for the role at the time of posting by Carle Health. The actual compensation offered a candidate will be dependent on a variety of factors including, but not limited to, the candidate’s experience, qualifications, location, training, licenses, shifts worked and compensation model. Carle Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for team members and providers. To learn more visit careers.carlehealth.org/benefits.
Job Tags
Full time, Work experience placement, Local area, Shift work,