What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Technologist-FA (Non-Exempt) position at Mercy?
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Overview:
Under the supervision of the surgeon, The Surgical Tech First Assist (ST-FA) is a role which provides additional assistance to the surgeon in the Operating Room over and above that normally provided. As defined by the American College of Surgeons (ACS), surgical assistants provide aid in exposure,hemostasis, closure, and other interoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safer operation with optimal results for the patient.In addition, the ST-FA may perform in the role of the Surgical Technologist in the Operating Room as needed. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and guiding principles.
Qualifications:
- Education: High-School Diploma or GED Required.
- Licensure-Certification:
- Non-Certified Route: Will train the right candidate. 1-2 years of scrub experience required.
- NCCT Route: Successful completion of the Tech in Surgery - Certified (NCCT) exam with certification for LPN and Military candidates.
- 1-2 Years of scrub experience required.
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) are required.
- Preferred Experience: 2 Years of Full-Time scrub Experience with complex and routine cases preferred.
- Preferred Licensure-Certification: Graduate with a Degree in Surgical Technology from an accredited surgical technology program preferred.
- Other: Must understand English both written and spoken, must be able to safely and successfully perform job-related functions, with or without reasonable accommodation required by federal, state, or local law.
We Offer Great Benefits:
Day-one comprehensive health, vision and dental coverage, PTO, tuition reimbursement and employer-matched retirement funds are just a few of the great benefits offered to eligible co-workers, including those working 32 hours or more per pay period!
We’re bringing to life a healing ministry through compassionate care.
At Mercy, our supportive community will be behind you every step of your day, especially the tough ones. You will have opportunities to pioneer new models of care and transform the health care experience through advanced technology and innovative procedures. We’re expanding to help our communities grow. Join us and be a part of it all.
What Makes You a Good Match for Mercy?
Compassion and professionalism go hand-in-hand with us. Having a positive outlook and a strong sense of advocacy is in perfect step with our mission and vision. We’re also collaborative and unafraid to do a little extra to deliver excellent care – that’s just part of our commitment. If that sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.
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