Surgical First Assistant, Operating Room

Overview

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Description

WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH

Purpose
. No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place.

Excellence
. We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service.

Team Spirit
. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment.

Award Winning Performance
. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides.

SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below:

• Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums
• 401(k) with employer match
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employee discounts
• Company paid life insurance
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Cancer Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Pet Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On-the-job training and skills development
• Opportunities for growth and advancement
• Employee Assistance Program

JOB LOCATION :
Main Campus

DEPARTMENT
: OPERATING ROOM

SCHEDULE
:
Full Time, 12 HR Day Shift,

The Surgical First Assistant has the ability to integrate an understanding of anatomy; physiology, surgical procedures, implementation of tools; principles of aseptic technique, while under the supervision of the surgical physician and registered nurse, to facilitate a physician’s performance of invasive therapeutic and diagnostic procedures. The individual has the necessary knowledge to remain constantly vigilant in the maintenance of the sterile field while anticipating the needs of the surgeon.

The primary scope of service will be within the Operating Room. As defined by the American College of Surgeons, the first assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.

• Current Certification for Surgical First Assistant (SFA); required.
• Current CPR Certification; 3-5 Years Related Experience is strongly preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend detailed instructions, correspondence and memos.
• Ability to write simple and complex correspondence.
• Flexible in work schedule, assignments, and workload.
• Ability to understand and follow the policies and procedures of South Georgia Medical Center and regulatory agencies’ standards and rules.
• Ability to assist in the orientation and training of Surgical Services staff as needed.
• Ability to function as first assistant to surgeon.

Note
:
See What All Of The Hype Is About