Surgical Assistant Job Listing at MedStar Health in Olney, MD (Job ID 148113)

Description

About the Job

General Summary of Position
Serves as first assistant on all procedures assigned which may include General Vascular Neuro Orthopedic Thoracic Urology Obstetrical/Gynecologic Podiatry and Maxillofacial.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Clinical: Provides assistance to physician in surgical procedures as 1st assistant. First assist on specific procedures assigned by the OR Charge Nurse in collaboration with practice-specific Surgical Physician Assistants. Cases include those requiring second assisting as well as cases approved by the attending physician for first assisting. Performs surgical tasks as appropriate and as directed by the attending with minimal direction given by the surgeon. Assists the operating room team peri- and post-operatively with the care of the patient.
• Customer Service: Contributes to the improvement of customer satisfaction. Receptive to the physical and emotional needs of patients and their families. Provides ancillary services to physicians to improve physician satisfaction and retention.
• Development: Maintains current knowledge certification and licensure; updates clinical skills as required by hospital policy and patient need. Practices within national and state legal boundaries and according to hospital policy and procedures. Identifies learning needs and initiates actions to address these education needs. Attends continuing education programs in order to maintain licensure. Attends hospital sponsored training programs as Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees communicating unit knowledge as appropriate Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff supervisors and managers both inside and outside the unit. Works collaboratively with practice-based Physician Assistants to provide optimum OR case coverage. required by the department. Completes all mandatory requirements certifications and licensure within allotted timeframe for completion (CPR License PPD Competencies Age Specifics etc.)
• Organizational knowledge: Works effectively within and between departments. Participates on inter-departmental teams and committees communicating unit knowledge as appropriate Provides department/unit with information and knowledge acquired during participation with interdepartmental teams and committees. Demonstrates a constructive approach during all interactions with staff supervisors and managers both inside and outside the unit. Works collaboratively with practice-based Physician Assistants to provide optimum OR case coverage.
• Department/Unit Specific Functions and Duties Maintains Flexibility in scheduling and participates in covering shortages within the department. Rotate through additional roles as needed including surgical technologist. Assists with pre- and post-procedure activities including room turnover and pulling supplies for upcoming cases. Fulfills on-call obligations according to department policies.

Minimal Qualifications
Education

• Associate's degree or higher level degree or equivalent training such as graduation from National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) or similarly accredited program required

Experience

• 1-2 years experience as first assistant required

Licenses and Certifications

• Certified Surgical Assistant - CSA in Maryland required
• CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation (includes BLS and NRP) for healthcare providers from either the American Heart Association (AHA) or American Red Cross within 90 Days required
• Additional unit/specialty certifications may vary by department or business unit.

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate with all levels of internal and external customers.
• HIPAA policies on Confidentiality
• Knowledge of surgical procedures: General Surgery Vascular Surgery Neurosurgery Orthopedic Surgery Thoracic Surgery Otolaryngology (head and neck) Plastic Surgery Urology Obstetrics/Gynecologic Surgery Podiatry and Maxillofacial Surgery.