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November 5, 2024

University Hospitals

Ravenna


SA, PA, RNFA First Assist - OR

Description
A Brief Overview
Join our dynamic team at UH Portage Medical Center, the leading healthcare provider in our county! We're seeking a Surgical Assistant, Physician Assistant or RN First Assist to join our Operative Services team. As a 5-Star CMS hospital and Leapfrog Grade A recipient, we offer top-notch quality care. Our collaborative atmosphere and community-focused approach make us stand out. Many of our team members are also residents of the community we serve, further strengthening our commitment to treating every patient like family and neighbors.

Apply and speak to one of our recruiters regarding our increased pay & benefits offerings including sign on bonus offerings up to $5,000!

The Surgical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to meet needs of the patient during the perioperative period. Provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.
What You Will Do
  • Provides intraoperative technical functions in all facets of the first assistant role.
  • Displays knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body while delivering safe patient care.
  • Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.
  • Supports the perioperative area as assigned per entity.
Additional Responsibilities
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
  • Complies with all policies and standards.
  • For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
  • Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.
Qualifications Education

  • Other Accredited Program: Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program. (Required)
Work Experience
  • Physician relations experience strongly (Preferred)
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
  • Excellent interpersonal skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Detail oriented with excellent organizational and analytical skills. (Required proficiency)
  • Demonstrated skills related to Informatics Technology. (Required proficiency)
  • Working knowledge of equipment with the ability to troubleshoot issues for resolution. (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
  • National Certification (Required) and
  • National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (Required) or
  • Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (Required)
Physical Demands
  • Standing Frequently
  • Walking Frequently
  • Sitting Rarely
  • Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
  • Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
  • Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
  • Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
  • Balancing Occasionally
  • Stooping Frequently
  • Kneeling Frequently
  • Crouching Frequently
  • Crawling Occasionally
  • Reaching Frequently
  • Handling Frequently
  • Grasping Frequently
  • Feeling Constantly
  • Talking Constantly
  • Hearing Constantly
  • Repetitive Motions Constantly
  • Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly
Travel Requirements
  • 10%

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