Certified Surgical Technologist-FA (Non-Exempt)
Core
Provides proper exposure and visibility of the surgical field, clamps, ties, sutures, or coagulates as directed in the surgical field, and maintains professional accountability for patient care.
Role type
Certified Surgical First Assistant / Surgical Assistant
Builds
Surgical procedures in the operating room
Domain
Healthcare / Surgery
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Surgical clamping, tying, suturing, coagulating, surgical procedure knowledge, anatomy and physiology, patient care coordination, patient rights and confidentiality maintenance
Preferred skills
Certification from an accredited surgical technology program, CST certification
Technologies
BLS certification
Responsibilities
Provide proper exposure and visibility of the surgical field, clamp, tie, suture, or coagulate as directed, evaluate the overall effectiveness of care provided by other direct caregivers, coordinate patient care in conjunction with other departments, maintain patient rights and confidentiality of patient information
Seniority
Entry-level to Mid-level, hands-on clinical role