SENIOR SURGICAL ASSISTANT - BETHESDA NORTH HOSPITAL - MAIN OPERATING ROOM - FULL TIME (80 HRS), DAY SHIFT

Job Overview

Under the direction of an attending surgeon and performs duties in relation to pre-operative, operative and post-operative procedures as assigned by that attending surgeon

Job Requirements

Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)
Certification as one or more of the following: Surgical Assistant Certified (SA-C), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C), Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)
Broad-base of experience in surgical/procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand-eye coordination. Ability to serve as a team resource for at least 3 specialties required
4-5 years in a related field
2-3 years in specialty area

Job Requirements:
Assists in performing surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon including positioning, prepping and draping patients.
Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of instruments and equipment.
Maintains a safe environment for patients, self and co-workers.
Operates equipment and instrumentation with supervision.
Performs supply and equipment related activities in addition to routine cleaning/stocking activities.
Provides first assistance in surgery including handling tissue, providing exposure, using instruments, suturing, and providing homeostasis.

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Working Conditions

Climbing - Rarely
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting 50+ Lbs. - Rarely
Lifting <50 Lbs. - Occasionally
Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Frequently
Stooping - Occasionally
Talking - Frequently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently