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Job Description Summary:

The Certified First Assistant in Surgery (CFA) provides assistance to the surgeon or group of surgeons during an operative procedure as a first or second assistant providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient.

Minimum Qualifications:

High School or GEDBLS - Basic Life Support - American Heart AssociationAmerican Heart AssociationAmerican Heart Association, CST - Certified Surgical Tech - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical AssistingThe National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical AssistingThe National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical AssistingBe a graduate of an approved Surgical Technology program with a Certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST)/Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) by the National Board of Surgical Technology & Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or a Certification as a First Surgical Assistant (SA-C) by the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA). BLS Certification also required. Understanding of the procedure being performed, anticipate surgeons needs and have necessary knowledge and ability to ensure quality patient care during operative procedure while monitoring sterile field. Provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions, including but not limited to, positioning of the patient, suturing and closing closure of body planes and skin, and application of wound dressings that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. A minimum of two years as a Surgical Technician

Work Shift:

Day

Scheduled Weekly Hours :

40

Department

Surgery Main

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