Certified Surgical Tech First Assistant - Cardiothoracic

Baptist Healthcare System Inc

Paducah, KY, United States
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures
Supervised by department director
Disinfect surgical suite for next procedure
Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room

Job Summary

  • Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room.
  • Ensure surgical suite is disinfected and ready for the next procedure, and may be asked to clamp, cauterize, tie and apply ligating clamps.
  • Benefits include tuition assistance, paid time off upon hire, company-paid maternity and paternity leave, bereavement leave, employee assistance program, and retirement plans with company match.

Matching Summary

Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures and functions as surgeon’s chief assistant in the operating room.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Assist surgeon in performing surgical procedures
  • Supervised by department director
  • Disinfect surgical suite for next procedure
  • Pass instruments to surgeon
  • Apply ligating clamps and hemostatic clips

Nice-to-have

  • Growing family focused on supporting clinical excellence
  • Teamwork and innovation culture
  • Supportive clinical environment

Key Requirements

  • Completion of Surgical First Assistant Program
  • Successful completion of certification
  • Life Support Training or Certification (ACLS, BLS, PALS, etc.)
  • Graduate from Surgical Technologist program
  • National Surgical Assistant Association Certification
  • National surgical technologist certification
  • 6-12 months’ experience

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