Surg Tech First Assistant - OR (Full-Time/Days)
US-IL-Rock Island
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Req #: 155063
Type: Full Time Benefits
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Overview: Operations Room - Rock Island, IL Surgical Technologist First Assistant Full Time - 0.8 FTE Varied/Days (Shifts include 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, and 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM) * $5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus! * Responsibilities: About the OR: * The three, Quad City campuses feature 16 OR suites, 2 open heart rooms, and 2 urology rooms, all equipped to handle a wide range of surgical procedures in specialties such as cardiothoracic, vascular, robotics, orthopedics, general surgery, gynecology, neurosurgery, urology, podiatry, and cataracts. * During orientation, UnityPoint Health offers a structured orientation which provides guidelines and education to ensure success in surgical services. * Additionally, UnityPoint Health offers development and professional growth opportunities through continued education. Duties: * Provide intraoperative assistance to the surgeon, including tissue retraction, suctioning, cauterization, and suturing, while maintaining a sterile field and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures. * Support surgical room preparation by gathering necessary supplies, assisting with patient care, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries. * Uphold professional standards through continuous learning, adherence to regulatory guidelines (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.), and maintaining required certifications with reliable attendance Qualifications: Education: * Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology and surgical assisting. * Must maintain CEUS as defined by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting. Experience: * Minimum of 5 years perioperative patient Care License(s)/Certification(s): * CPR certification required. * Certified Surgical Technologist-First Assist * Certification required through an accredited program. *Specific offers are determined by various factors, such as experience, skills, internal equity, and other business needs. The salary range listed does not include other forms of compensation which may include bonuses/incentive, differential pay, or other forms of compensation or benefits that may be applicable to this role.