ASC Surgical Assistant - Plastic Surgery (PRN)

The Surgical Assistant - ASC is responsible for being a First Assist to the surgeon on a full-time basis in the OR.

Job Relationships

Reports to the ASC Manager

Principal Responsibilities.

• Will obtain privileges and act as First Assistant to the surgeon in operative procedures at the ASC
• May assist in the O.R. suite with positioning of the patient, preparing the operative field (skin preparation and draping), and review the equipment and instruments required for the operation and within the designated scope of practice.
• May perform designated wound closure approved by the surgeon.
• May request supplies and equipment necessary for the procedure.
• Must promote effective rapport and cooperative spirit with clinic personnel.
• May review the patient's record for lab reports, x-ray findings and nursing comments where the pertinent information may be directed to the attending surgeon.
• Comply with the Springfield Clinic incident reporting policy and procedures.
• Adhere to all OSHA and Springfield Clinic training & accomplishments as required per policy.
• Provide excellent customer service and adhere to Springfield Clinic's Code of Conduct and Ethics Standards.
• Perform other job duties as assigned.

Education/Experience

• Graduate of LPN or Certified Surgical Tech program with evidence of completed certification as a First Assistant in the O.R.
• At least five (5) years of O.R. experience

Licenses/Certificates

• ACLS helpful but not required.
• Must maintain current license of LPN with surgical experience or certified surgical tech.
• CPR certification per American Heart Association Guidelines required within 30 days of hire.
• Certification as a Surgical First Assistant.
• Must be a first Assistant in the Operation Room by AORN Standards or an equivalent.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Must follow Clinic personnel policies and procedures.
• Must demonstrate professional behavior at all times.
• May attend in-services and workshops relevant to the position.
• Good organizational skills.
• Good communication skills.
• Computer knowledge essential.
• Ability to work well with others, including patients, physicians, and other Clinic/hospital employees.
• Ability to work well under stress.
• Ability to work under stress and must possess organizational skills.

Working Environment

• Work in a clinic and hospital environment.
• Requires standing for long periods of time.
• May be required to lift.
• Frequent exposure to communicable diseases and toxic substances.

PHI/Privacy Level

• HIPPA 1