NO CALL/No Weekend Surgical Technologist First Assist

Kettering Health is a not-for-profit system of 13 medical centers and more than 120 outpatient facilities serving southwest Ohio. We are committed to transforming the health care experience with high-quality care for every stage of life. Our service-oriented mission is in action every day, whether it’s by providing care in our facilities, training the next generation of health care professionals, or serving others through international outreach.

Responsibilities & Requirements

The Surgical Technician (ST) First Assist is responsible for assisting in direct care to patients undergoing surgical intervention by selecting, setting up, and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants, under the direction of the RN and the surgeon. This position requires on-call coverage. The Surgical Technician reports to the clinical manager. This position is for the Cardiothoracic and Cardiovascualr team.Responsibilities: The CSFA/CSA may perform specific significant surgical tasks under Professional Supervision. Some tasks include but are not limited to the following:

Position and Prepping patients

Opening and closing surgical sites

Dissecting tissue and removal of tissue

Implanting Devices

Altering tissue

Provide hemostasis

Suturing

Applying/removing dressings, splints and casts

Administering local and other topical agents as ordered

Place IVs

Other such procedures as requested and necessary

Responsible for assisting in direct care to patients; surgical techs continually support surgeons and nurses by selecting, setting up, and passing of sterile instruments to the surgeon and assistants

The Surgical Tech’s actions and communications should reflect Kettering Health Networks mission, vision, values, and policies in interactions with patients, families, and coworkers Requirements:

Successful completion of examination for first assistant First Assistant certification

Open heart experience is required

High school diploma or equivalent.

Surgical experience preferred; with a minimum 4 years’ experience if not a graduate of an ST program

Experience as a ST preferred

If not certified ST, must obtain within a year of hire

CPR certified

Ability to multitask and work in fast pace environment

Able to function independently as a surgical technician

Customer service/communication skills

Ability to teach others due to being a teaching facility

On-call is required Apply Today!

Preferred Qualifications

CST FA for busy outpatient orthopedic surgery center

Full-Time