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The available plans and programs includeComprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as free telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.Additional options for dental and vision benefits life and disability coverage flexible spending accounts supplemental health protection plans accident critical illness hospital indemnity auto and home insurance identity theft protection legal counseling long-term care coverage moving assistance pet insurance and more.Free counseling services and resources for emotional physical and financial wellbeing401k Plan with a 100 match on 3 to 9 of pay based on years of serviceEmployee Stock Purchase Plan with 10 off HCA Healthcare stockFamily support through fertility and family building benefits with Progyny and adoption assistance.Referral services for child elder and pet care home and auto repair event planning and moreConsumer discounts through Abenity and Consumer DiscountsRetirement readiness rollover assistance services and preferred banking partnershipsEducation assistance tuition student loan certification support dependent scholarshipsColleague recognition programTime Away From Work Program paid time off paid family leave long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absenceEmployee Health Assistance Fund that offers free employee-only coverage to full-time and part-time colleagues based on income.Learn more about Employee BenefitsNote Eligibility for benefits may vary by location. Our teams are a committed caring group of colleagues. Do you want to work as a Surgical First Assist PRN where your passion for creating positive patient interactions is valued If you are dedicated to caring for the well-being of others this could be your next opportunity. We want your knowledge and expertiseJob Summary and QualificationsGeneral Statement of DutiesThe Surgical First Assistant works as a member of the perioperative team under the direction of the surgeon. Heshe performs responsibilities of both the Surgical Technologist and the Surgical First Assistant based on department needs and as directed by the unit director or designee. The Surgical First Assistant practices within the scope of the job description and performs clinical and technical skills under surgeon supervision to assist with carrying out a safe operation with optimal patient results. This is done in collaboration with the circulating RN and other perioperativeOB team members. The Surgical First Assistant is educated and skilled in both the use of surgical instruments on tissues and the handling of instruments however the surgical first assistant does not concurrently function as the scrub nurse.Minimum Education Experience Training Required Knowledge Skill Abilities and Other Job-Related Characteristics1.EducationMust have completed ALL of the followingHigh School Diploma or GEDSuccessful completion of an accredited surgical first assistant training program.Meets ONE of the followingGraduatecompletion of CAAHEP Surgical First Assistant Surgical Assistant Program Medical School Graduate OR an allied health professional with 2250 hours of surgical rotation.Practiced as a surgical technologist prior to 9120092.ExperienceNew hires as of 3292011- 2 years experience in the perioperativesetting within the last 4 years in either a surgical technologist or surgical first assistantrole.3. Employee completes initial and ongoing training and competencies as defined by serviceline facility and departmentunit which are specific to the needs of the patient populationserved if applicable.4.Minimum License Certificates or Registrations RequiredMust have and maintain ONE of the followingA. Surgical Technologist CertificationCST - Certified Surgical Technologist through the National Board for Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting NBSTSA formally the Liaison Council on Certification for the Surgical Technologist ORTS-C- Tech in Surgery Certified through the National Center for Competency Testing NCCTB. Surgical First Assistant certificationSA-C - Surgical Assistant Certified through the American Board of Surgical Assistants ABSACSA - Certified Surgical Assistant through the National Surgical Assistant Association NSAACSFA formally CFA - Certified Surgical First Assistant through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting NBSTSAC. LSA- Licensed Surgical Assistant through the Texas Medical BoardEssential Job Functions1. Functions as a surgical first assistant at the direction of and under the appropriate supervision of the attending surgeon always practices within the limitations of preparation and experience and within the scope allowed by the hospital.2. A. Consistently functions at the direction of and under direct supervision physical presence of theattending surgeon in the proceduretreatment room of the attending surgeon. The surgicalassistant scope includesProviding visualization of the operative site through appropriate placement and securing of retractors with or without padding packing or sponges digital manipulation of tissue suctioning irrigation or sponging manipulation of suture materials proper use of body mechanics to prevent obstruction of the surgeons view.Utilizing appropriate permanent and temporary techniques to assist with hemostasis. Permanent hemostasis techniques include clamping andor cauterizing vessels and tissue tying andor ligating clamped vessels or tissue applying hemostatic clips or placing hemostatic agents. Temporary hemostasis techniques include applying tourniquets and demonstrating awareness of the indicationscontraindications for use with knowledge of side effects of extended use applying vessel loops non-crushing clamps or direct digital pressure.Administering post-operative subcutaneous local anesthetic injectionUtilizing running or interrupted sutures with absorbable or non-absorbable material of wound layers including muscle and fascia.Assisting with placement of implantsRobotic procedures only Insertion of subsequent not initial trocars. Must have documented training and competency validated initially within by MHS Medical staff member privileged to perform robotic surgery. The documentation must include directly supervised trocar insertions on a minimum of 5 patients completed within a 12 month period with good patient outcomes.Saphenous Vein Harvesting only May harvest saphenous vein through endoscopic or open technique. Must have documented training and competency validated by a MHS Medical staff member privileged to perform Cardiothoracic surgery. The documentation must include directly supervised saphenous vein harvests on a minimum of 10 patients completed within a 12 month period with good patient outcomes.B. Under direct or general perioperative supervision surgeonproceduralist presence in theperioperative area pre-op department perioperative suite PACU ORprocedure waiting roomand is immediately available the surgical assistant scope includes closure of body planes andapplies wound dressings per the method indicated by the attending physicianUtilizing sub-cuticular closure technique with or without adhesive skin closure stripsSkin closure with suture staples andor spray occlusive materialskin adhesive stripsSecuring drainage systems to tissueApplication of immobilizing dressing3. Consistently assists with maintaining the patients expected physiologic responses to surgery including infection prevention SCIP measures and practices maintaining effective disinfection practices instrument processing and sterilization.4. Demonstrates effective communication and works collaboratively with all members of the perioperative team to include active consistent participation in Universal Protocol and timely and accurate sponge and sharp counts to include initiating corrective action as appropriate.5. Consistently applies a working knowledge of patient pre-operative deficits risk for intraoperative injuries and possible post-operative outcomes to assist in optimal patient outcomes. Demonstrates principles of safe patient positioning for best exposure in collaboration with the surgical team using appropriate positioning equipment to ensure padded pressure points protection from nerve damage and unimpaired circulation.6. Functions in the role of a Surgical Technician as needed by the department however does not concurrently perform as the surgical first assistant and surgical technologist. Wears proper surgical attire opens sterile packs instruments and supplies for each procedure scrubs gowns gloves and drapes according to established aseptic technique and protocols. Monitors sterile field during procedure and takes appropriate measures to insure integrity of sterile field and maintenance of sterile techniques. Initiates corrective action for any break in technique.Additional Job Functions1. May handle pick up deliver andor stock non-controlled medications as directed by a licensed team member.2. Acts as a preceptor to help with the education of other Surgical First Assistants.3. Maintains appropriate knowledge and training to use any equipment necessary for care of the patient and ensures is it in working order prior to use.4. Supports the mission and vision of the Methodist Healthcare System and demonstrates excellent customer service at all times.5. Understands and is committed to helping the Methodist Healthcare System and its associated facilities achieve its goals.6. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors must be familiar with all safety features of equipment tools or materials encompassed by job duties and must check with supervisors prior to job performance if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.7. Adheres to the MHS Code of Conduct and demonstrates ethical behavior as expected by our patients colleagues and the community. Understands the personal obligation to report any activity thatappears to violate applicable laws rules regulations or the Code of Conduct itself.8. Must learn and comply with System and facility safety policies and rules must use appropriate safety equipment and procedures at all times must immediately report all unsafe conditions to supervisors must be familiar with all safety features of equipment tools or materials encompassed by job duties and must check with supervisors prior to job performance if there is a question as to the safe procedure to be used for any job function.9. Completes other duties as assigned.Methodist Hospital Metropolitan houses 370 bed. We house the largest emergency room in downtown San Antonio. Our womens pavilion is the only freestanding center city facility dedicated to the health of women and their newborn babies. We welcome nearly 3000 newborns into the world each year. We are home to the Methodist Weight Loss Center. We have been designated an American Society for Metabolic Surgery Bariatric Surgery Center of Excellence®. Our hospital has been recognized by Modern Healthcare as a Best Place to Work in Healthcare. We are the first hospital in San Antonio to achieve Pathway to Excellence designation. Methodist Hospital Metropolitan has been recognized by Leapfrog for focus on safety and quality. We received a Grade A Hospital Safety Score for 8 consecutive rating periods. We are proud to be an Accredited Chest Pain Center by the American College of Cardiology and Primary Stroke Center by the Joint Commission. We were the premier Texas hospital to earn a Gold Seal of Approval for Sepsis Certification. Join our accredited team today.Bricks and mortar do not make a hospital. People do.- Dr. Thomas Frist Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder If you are looking for an opportunity that provides satisfaction and personal growth we encourage you to apply for our Surgical First Assist PRN opening. We promptly review all applications. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. 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