Highlights
Education: Associate of Arts Degree in Surgical Technology AND completion of a Surgical Assistant program accredited by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) or ABSA (American Board of Surgical Assistants) Required. One of the following Certifications Required: Certification as a Surgical Technologist under the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist by graduating from a CAAHEP and passing a national certification examination (CST).
Numbers & Facts
| Location | MIDDLETOWN, OH |
| Industry | Healthcare Services |
| Company Size | 10,000 employees or more |
| Year Founded | 1995 |
| Website | http://www.premierhealth.com/ |
Description
SURGERY
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The Surgical Assistant (SA) will be responsible for the direct and indirect care of patients based on established standards. The SA will collaborate with the surgeon in performing an operative procedure in a safe manner with optimal outcomes for the patient whose protective reflexes or self-care abilities are potentially compromised. The SA provides assistance to other health care providers such as Registered Nurses, anesthesia staff, surgeons and other professionals. Additionally, the Surgical Assistant provides orient/training to new team members, participates in very complex cases, and actively participates in PI projects. SA works under the license and direct supervision of the surgeon. The SA will be responsible for knowledge and implementation of the mission, vision and values of the hospital. The SA will be responsible for maintaining continuing education.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
Education: Associate of Arts Degree in Surgical Technology AND completion of a Surgical Assistant program accredited by CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) or ABSA (American Board of Surgical Assistants) Required.
Licensure: Not applicable
Certification: Current CPR certification required.
One of the following Certifications Required:
Certification as a Surgical Technologist under the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist by graduating from a CAAHEP and passing a national certification examination (CST)
Certification under the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT)
Certification under the Armed Forces (military) Program
Experience: Minimum three years experience as a certified surgical technologist required. Two years clinical experience as a Surgical Assistant preferred.
Skills/Other: Must be willing to work with acutely ill patients, including emergency situations. Works independently as well as functioning as a team member. Reference of collaborating physician IF they have been in this role
About Company
About Premier Health Partners
Premier Health Partners (PHP) is a large health system serving southwest Ohio communities by improving the quality, affordability, and accessibility of health care.
PHP Mission and Legacy for Better Health Care
The PHP Mission and Legacy has always been to provide the most comprehensive, affordable and accessible health services and products for the betterment of health care in southwest Ohio. When you know more about our mission, vision, and values, and read about the success stories in our history; you’ll know why we’re the first choice for patients, physicians and employees in southwest Ohio.
PHP Hospitals
Our members include more than 65 member locations throughout southwest Ohio, including four hospitals:
As part of our mission to bring quality health care closer to the people we serve, we’ve expanded our services through comprehensive health centers:
Find out how to donate or volunteer to impact the quality of health care at PHP and our member organizations. PHP has foundations to which you can make donations to improve the health care technology and facilities available to your community. You can also help by volunteering at our hospitals or health centers.
PHP Vendor and Supplier Information
Whether you’re currently a vendor working with PHP or a supplier interested in joining our partnership, you’ll find helpful information in our vendor and supplier section.
Serving the Community
PHP is dedicated to serving the community by making it our priority to bring quality, affordable health care choices closer to you. To make this happen, PHP created Premier Community Health, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a healthier community through prevention, early detection, and disease management. PHP’s investment in the 23 communities we serve includes building health service centers, bringing health programs to the community, as well as being one of the largest employers in the area. We also are committed to helping the under-served of our community by providing financial aid, free services, and pre ions to people in need. We also believe in being a good neighbor by getting involved in numerous community programs and charities. And, as part of our effort to build healthier communities, we have implemented a system-wide ban on tobacco.
Learn more about how we serve the community.
Awards and Recognition
Read About Our Awards and Recognition.
Premier Health Partners (PHP) is a large health system serving southwest Ohio communities by improving the quality, affordability, and accessibility of health care.
PHP Mission and Legacy for Better Health Care
The PHP Mission and Legacy has always been to provide the most comprehensive, affordable and accessible health services and products for the betterment of health care in southwest Ohio. When you know more about our mission, vision, and values, and read about the success stories in our history; you’ll know why we’re the first choice for patients, physicians and employees in southwest Ohio.
PHP Hospitals
Our members include more than 65 member locations throughout southwest Ohio, including four hospitals:
- Good Samaritan Hospital Dayton
- Miami Valley Hospital
- Atrium Medical Center
- Upper Valley Medical Center
As part of our mission to bring quality health care closer to the people we serve, we’ve expanded our services through comprehensive health centers:
- Good Samaritan North Health Center in Englewood
- Miami Valley South Hospital in Centerville
Find out how to donate or volunteer to impact the quality of health care at PHP and our member organizations. PHP has foundations to which you can make donations to improve the health care technology and facilities available to your community. You can also help by volunteering at our hospitals or health centers.
PHP Vendor and Supplier Information
Whether you’re currently a vendor working with PHP or a supplier interested in joining our partnership, you’ll find helpful information in our vendor and supplier section.
Serving the Community
PHP is dedicated to serving the community by making it our priority to bring quality, affordable health care choices closer to you. To make this happen, PHP created Premier Community Health, a non-profit organization dedicated to creating a healthier community through prevention, early detection, and disease management. PHP’s investment in the 23 communities we serve includes building health service centers, bringing health programs to the community, as well as being one of the largest employers in the area. We also are committed to helping the under-served of our community by providing financial aid, free services, and pre ions to people in need. We also believe in being a good neighbor by getting involved in numerous community programs and charities. And, as part of our effort to build healthier communities, we have implemented a system-wide ban on tobacco.
Learn more about how we serve the community.
Awards and Recognition
Read About Our Awards and Recognition.