Surgical First Assistant / OR

• Provides direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.

• Positions patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Provides visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilizes appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assists with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
• Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participates as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

Requirements:

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience
• Associate's degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.
• 1-2 years FA experience preferred

Edu/Lic Desc

• Surgical Assistant

• Organization: Henry Ford Rochester Hospital
• Department: Surgery 001
• Shift: Day Job
• Union Code: Not Applicable