Description

For more than a century, Fairfield Medical Center has been a regional healthcare provider who delivers exceptional care to our patients by creating exceptional experiences for our employees.

Pay Rate: $26.57 hourly- $43.76 hourly

The driver behind our culture is that we all believe in the value of it, and we hire people into the organization who are also committed to making a difference. Our employees truly go the extra mile to serve our patients and each other.

When you join us, you become part of our team; it is our goal to not only be the best place you will ever work, but the only place you will want to work. Join our team. Make a difference.

Job Description:

The Surgical First Assistant:

• Performs appropriate counts with circulator at designated times during procedure. Passes instruments to physician during procedure.
• Applies and enforces principles of aseptic technique, sets up case for each surgery.
• Services supply room, washes instruments and assists with clean-up duties. Removes all used linens and instruments from each case.
• Prepares OR suite with proper supplies, equipment, labeled medications, etc. according to the days surgery schedule.
• Maintains service inventory: acts as a liaison between physicians and OR staff, orders equipment and supplies, maintains equipment for that service.

Qualifications

Education: Associate degree in surgical technology. Successful completion of 1^st assist program required.

Licensure & Certifications: Certification as surgical 1^st assist that is accredited by Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) preferred.

Job-related Skills: Strong interpersonal, communication and presentation skills; ability to problem-solve and facilitate resolution to issues; demonstrates ability to handle multiple priorities; ability to make independent decisions.