Certified Surgical Tech - First Assist - Surgical Services PH

Overview

Our Downtown Surgical Services team is seeking a Certified Surgical Tech/First Assist (ST / FA) to provide assistance and support to the surgical team by evaluating and coordinating activities during surgical procedures. ST / FA perform pre- and post-operative activities to facilitate optimal patient care. ST / FA will anticipate the needs of the surgeons and provide necessary supplies and support for procedures.

 

Type of Opportunity: Full Time FTE: 1.0Work Schedule: Varied Days and Hours

 

How you grow, learn and thrive matters here.

• Educational and career development options, including tuition and certification reimbursement, scholarship opportunities
• Staff Safety (a wearable badge that allows nurses to quickly and discreetly call for help when safety is a concern)
• Shift differentials for nights and weekends
• Differentials for higher education, certifications and various lead roles
• Malpractice liability insurance
• Loan forgiveness through the New Mexico Higher Education Department 
• EPIC electronic charting system

Qualifications

New and experienced Surgical Techs are encouraged to apply!

For experienced Surgical Techs, level II or III positions may be available. 

 

Surgical Tech - Requirements :

• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CFSA) or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) Required 
• HS Diploma or GED plus short-term training in operating room setting or graduate of surgical technician certification from an accredited school or training program required.
• Current BLS required at time of hire 
• Familiarity with all surgical instruments and equipment and a working knowledge of sterile and aseptic technique.
• Minimum of 2+ years experience in a hospital or outpatient operating room if not from an accredited training program.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and provide instruments and equipment during surgical procedures in the operating room under the direction of a registered nurse and / or surgeon
• Prepare and position the patient for surgery, prepare the skin for surgical incision
• Assist in visualization of the operating field by providing visibility with the help of retractors, sponges, suctioning or manipulating sutures. Ensure that they are in position that does not obstruct the surgeons line of vision
• Provide (as needed) assistance in controlling blood flow (through hemostasis, cauterization, clamps, tourniquets or pressure)
• Secures drainage systems to prevent the accumulation of fluid in the body post operatively
• Harvest surgical grafts
• Perform closure of incisions (with sutures or staples) Apply wound dressings
• Follow facility protocol and policy as well as other state and federal laws and regulations

Benefits

We're all about well-being, starting with yours.Presbyterian employees have access to a fun, engaging and unique wellness program, including free on-site and community-based gyms, nutrition coaching and classes, mindfulness and meditation resources, wellness challenges and more.

 

Learn more about our employee benefits.

 

About Presbyterian Healthcare Services

Presbyterian exists to improve the health of patients, members and the communities we serve. We are a locally owned, not-for-profit healthcare system comprised of nine hospitals, a statewide health plan and a growing multi-specialty medical group. Founded in New Mexico in 1908, we are the state's largest private employer with nearly 13,000 employees - including more than 1,200 providers and nearly 3,500 nurses.

Our health plan serves more than 640,000 members statewide and offers Medicare Advantage, Medicaid (Centennial Care) and Commercial health plans.

 

AA/EOE/VET/DISABLED. PHS is a drug-free and tobacco-free employer with smoke free campuses.

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Maximum Offer for this position is up to

USD $45.82/Hr.

Compensation Disclaimer

The compensation range for this role takes into account a wide range of factors, including but not limited to experience and training, internal equity, and other business and organizational needs.