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Under the direction of an attending surgeon and performs duties in relation to pre-operative, operative and post operative procedures as assigned by that attending surgeon in both the CVOR and Main OR.. Certification as on of the following: Surgical Assistant (SC), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Physician Assistant Certified (PC), Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified Registerd Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA). Broad base of experience in various surgical procedures, Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology. Demonstrated proficiency in endoscopic vein harvensting, robotics within 6 months of hire. Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.

surgical assistant

Job Overview JOB DESCRIPTION Under the direction of an attending surgeon and performs duties in relation to pre-operative, operative and post operative procedures as assigned by that attending surgeon in both the CVOR and Main OR. Job Requirements Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program in Allied Health Equivalent experience accepted in lieu of degree Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS) Certification as on of the following: Surgical Assistant (SA-C), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C), Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified Registerd Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) Broad base of experience in various surgical procedures, Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology Excellent hand/eye coordination Demonstrated proficiency in endoscopic vein harvensting, robotics within 6 months of hire 4-5 years experience Clinical Allied Health Related field 1-2 years experience Clinical Specialty in Cardiovascular and/or thoracic service Job Responsibilities Assists in caring for patients by participating fully in a call schedule and covering cases as necessary, over and above scheduled call hours and is divided equitably amongst the peer groups, and includes LVAD and CABG cases. Provides first assistance in surgery including handling tissue, providing exposure, harvensting vascular grafts, using instruments, suturing, and providing hemostasis. Operaties equipment and instrumentation with supervision. Operates equipment and instrumentation with supervision and harvests vascular grafts with proficiency in both op;en and endovascular techniques. Maintains proficiiency in the current technical approaches in cardiovascular, thoracic, robotic and other surgcial specialties - including minimally invasive, endoscopic, robotic and main OR surgical procedures. Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of instruments and equipment. Maintains a safe environment for patients, self and teammates. Other Job-Related Information Working Conditions: Climbing - Rarely Concentrating - Consistently Continous Learning - Frequently Hearing: Conversation - Consistently Interpersonal Communication - Consistently Kneeling - Occasionally Lifting <10 Lbs - Consistently Lifting 50+ Lbs - Frequently Lifting 11-50 Lbs - Consistently Pulling - Consistently Pushing - Consistently Reaching - Consistently Reading - Frequently Sitting - Occasionally Standing - Consistently Stooping - Consistently Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently Use of Hands - Consistently Color Vision - Consistently Walking - Frequently TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors At TriHealth, We Believe There Is No Responsibility More Important Than To SERVE Our Patients, Our Communities, And Our Fellow Team Members. To Achieve Our Vision And Mission, ALL TriHealth Team Members Are Expected To Demonstrate And Live The Following Serve: ALWAYS… <ul><li> Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"</li><li> Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist</li><li> Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas </li></ul>Excel: ALWAYS… <ul><li> Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met</li><li> Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)</li><li> Work on improving quality, safety, and service </li></ul>Respect: ALWAYS… <ul><li> Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.</li><li> Respect everyone’s opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.</li><li> Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests. </li></ul>Value: ALWAYS… <ul><li> Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.</li><li> Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.</li><li> Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste. </li></ul>Engage: ALWAYS… <ul><li> Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.</li><li> Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community</li></ul>

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