SURGICAL FIRST ASSIST

Job description

Job Summary: As a member of the perioperative healthcare team, the surgical first assistant maintains a working relationship with all members of the peri-operative healthcare team. The surgical first assistant provides assistance to the surgeons in the surgical arena. The surgical first assistant supports the surgeon during the surgical procedure by assisting in patient positioning and providing visualization/retraction during surgical procedures. The surgical first assistant also assists with hemostasis and closure of the operative site. The surgical first assistant effectively interacts with other disciplines to coordinate the patient's care while in the surgical environment. The surgical first assistant demonstrates the ability to implement a plan for specific surgical cases and is responsible with the RN for accurate and complete patient records to ensure expeditious retrieval of information. The surgical first assistant is responsible with the RN for creating/maintaining sterile fields as appropriate. The surgical first assistant must demonstrate self-direction and professionalism by identifying areas of needed skill development and participating in educational activities; usi...