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Thank you for considering a career at Mercy Health! Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Work Shift: Days/Evenings (United States of America) West Hospital Surgical Assistant Full - Time 40Hrs/Week   Job Summary:   The Surgical Assistant serves in the assistant role in the provision of care to patients undergoing a surgical procedure under the supervision of the provider in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The Surgical Assistant is an entry-level practitioner and focused on learning and growing in this role.         Essential Functions:   Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy.  Routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases.  Functions in the Surgical Tech capacity fulfilling the scrub role as assigned, demonstrating knowledge and implementation of sterile technique. Checks all instruments to ensure they are in proper working order prior to use.  Assists with sponge, sharps, and instrument counts per policy and procedures.  Handles specimens in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.     Protects patient information based on hospital policy and government regulations to assure information is kept confidential.  Participates in unit and hospital efforts to reduce adverse patient care events.  Actively participates in the Universal Protocol procedures that assure correct site surgery.       Communicates effectively with the circulating nurse upon observance of any missing or malfunctioning instruments and/or indication of any compromise to sterility.  Reports any implants device, catheters, drains and packing circulator.      Assists with OR case preparation: Utilizes surgeon’s preference list to procure equipment and arrange proper placement in the OR; Utilizes aseptic technique when establishing the sterile field, opening supplies and instruments; Assists with monitoring and maintaining the sterile field.       Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping.      Under the direct observation of the surgeon, may: Insert secondary trocars; Place instruments through trocars; Utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling); Inject infiltration local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel .  During surgical procedures: Use sponges and suction; Cauterization processes; Appropriately place and manipulate retractors (with or without padding); Irrigate the wound site(s); Cut suture material, handle hemostats, and tie suture; Provides assistance securing drains to tissue.  Closes the surgical wound: May assist suture closing of fascia layer under the direct observation of the surgeon; Sutures the subcutaneous tissues and skin including with the use of a skin stapler if needed.  Applies appropriate wound dressings, including medicated dressings.          This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.       Education:   High school diploma or equivalent (required)      Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)       Required Licensing & Certifications:   BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association ( preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)       Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (required) (if hired in Virginia prior to July 1, 2020, preferred; if hired in Cincinnati, preferred).       If employed in Virginia, must be registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine. (required)       Experience:   One year health care experience (preferred)       Skills & Abilities:     Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills :     Monitor patient conditions during treatment     Completes specific, routine task     Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill     May operate basic equipment/machinery.     Ability to Follow Instructions         Soft/Interpersonal Skills:     Attention to detail     Critical thinking     Teamwork     Conflict resolution     Active listening     Relationship building     Demonstrates a caring attitude and intentional caring behaviors in interpersonal interactions and patient/family care.     Communicates clearly all pertinent patient information to other members of the health care team.     Possess Surgical Conscience     Anticipate Needs     Flexible     Assists with performing circulator skills and tasks      Takes direction     Able to work under pressure     Professionalism      Move with a sense of urgency         Training:   None   Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy Health associate, you’re part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.  What we offer •    Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) •    Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HAS/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts •    Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders •    Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.   Department: Inpatient Surgery - West It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, a ll applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com .

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