St. Elizabeth Healthcare • Edgewood, KY 41017 • Posted today
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Under the supervision of the surgeon, the Certified Surgical Assistant assists during surgical procedures by aiding in tissue dissection and retraction, maintaining hemostasis, handling and closing surgical wounds, and preparing for procedures by obtaining necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment. The role emphasizes respect, dignity, kindness, and empathy in all interactions, and requires a graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Surgical Assistant program with current certification as a Surgical Assistant.
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Job Type:
RegularScheduled Hours:
40Job Summary:
Under the supervision of the surgeon, assists the surgeon during surgical procedures with tissue dissection and retraction, maintenance of hemostasis, tissue handling, and all layers of wound closure during surgical procedures. Prepares for surgical procedures by anticipating and obtaining necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment. Applies technical skills and scientific principles as a Surgical Assistant/Certified Surgical Assistant.Job Description:
Professional and Technical Skills
Patient Safety
Quality/Customer Service
Financial Accountability
On-Call Responsibilities
Performs other duties as assigned.
Education, Credentials, Licenses:
Graduate of a Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) accredited Surgical Assistant program.*
Current Certification as Surgical Assistant by National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) or National Surgical Asst Association (NSSA).
If working in Kentucky, the Kentucky Certified Surgical Assistant (KCSA) is required.*
*Newly hired associates with 10 or more years of experience as a Certified Surgical Assistant will receive two years from date of hire to attain their CAAHEP bridge and KCSA, but must be certified as Surgical Assistant from NBSTSA or NSSA at time of hire.
Specialized Knowledge:
Expert knowledge regarding anatomy and physiology, surgical techniques, and tissue dissection and retraction. Expert knowledge of tissue handling, suture, suturing techniques and all layers of wound closure.
Kind and Length of Experience:
1 year clinical experience as a surgical assistant.
FLSA Status:
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