First Assistant - Prn

Advocate Aurora Health

Rome, GA, US
Base: $33.05 - $49.60 ph; bonus/equity: not specif...
Prn (as-needed)
Maintains sterile field during surgery
Positions and preps surgical patients
Handles tissue and sutures skin
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a First Assistant to work on a PRN (as-needed) basis at their Day Surgery Center in Rome, GA. The role involves assisting in surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and requires certification as a Surgical Technologist or experience in a First Assist role

Job Summary

  • The role involves assisting the surgical team by establishing sterile fields, positioning patients, and handling tissues during procedures.
  • Candidates must be able to perform tasks such as suturing subcutaneous tissue, providing hemostasis, and applying local anesthesia under direct surgeon supervision.
  • Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of total rewards including competitive compensation, health benefits, and retirement plans for eligible teammates.

Matching Summary

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Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a First Assistant to work on a PRN (as-needed) basis at their Day Surgery Center in Rome, GA. The role involves assisting in surgical procedures, maintaining a sterile environment, and requires certification as a Surgical Technologist or experience in a First Assist role.

Salary

Base: $33.05 - $49.60 per hour; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Paid Time Off, Medical/Dental/Vision, Retirement match

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Maintains sterile field during surgery
  • Positions and preps surgical patients
  • Handles tissue and sutures skin
  • Provides hemostasis under supervision
  • Operates surgical instruments and retractors

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with cast and splint application
  • Knowledge of secondary trocar insertion
  • Ability to work under time constraints
  • Strong manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination

Key Requirements

  • Current CST certification or LCC-ST credentialing
  • Associate's degree in surgical technology or related field
  • Minimum of 150 documented surgical cases in specialty area
  • Completion of Surgical Technology Program and Assisting Course

Work Rights

Not specified

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