Surgical Technologist First Assist

Posted:
3/12/2024, 5:00:00 PM

Location(s):
Grand Rapids, Michigan, United States ⋅ Michigan, United States

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Medical, Clinical & Veterinary

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

About this unit  

Lake Drive Surgery Center has 8 operating rooms and 28 nursing unit rooms. We care for both pediatric and adult patients undergoing surgery for multiple different specialties including: eyes, ENT, plastics, breast, robotics, general, GYN, uro-GYN, fertility, colo-rectal, urology, sports medicine, total joints, spine/pain, hand, foot/ankle and vascular. Our patients receive excellent care and enjoy the option to come in for surgery and discharge home the same day, which is reflected in our likelihood to recommend scores. We are a great team that works very closely together to keep the day running as smoothly and efficiently as possible.  

 

About Outpatient Clinics 

Corewell Health operates over 300 outpatient clinics across Michigan, bringing a multitude of care options to the communities that we serve. There are over 40 different types of primary care and specialty practices, which allows those who work in these clinics the opportunity to learn and explore various interests or to specialize in one area. 

 

Scope of work 

The Surgical Technologist First Assistant (STFA) possessing advanced knowledge of anatomy and physiology, and utilizing extensive patient assessment skills, collaborates with all health team members to ensure the most optimal patient outcome. Performs all activities at and expanded level of surgical technician practice executed with the contest of the nursing process. Intraoperatively, the STFA actively assists the surgeon, performing observable, technical behaviors (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective).   

 

How we will care for you, while you care for our patients 

·         Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here. 

·         On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv 

·         Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more! 

·         Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance, pet insurance 

·         Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings 

 

Qualifications 

·         3 years of relevant experience within a surgical services nursing department Required 

·         Successful completion of a STFA certification course, which addresses both didactic knowledge and technical skills Required. The STFA course curriculum is based on recognized core curriculum for the ST First Assistant in which a certificate is awarded. 

·         AST, NBSTSA, or ABSA Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) Required 

·         NBSTSA Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Required 

·         AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Required 

·         AHA Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Preferred 

Primary Location

SITE - Lake Drive - 4069 Lake Drive - Grand Rapids

Department Name

Ambulatory Surgery Center - Lake Drive

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

36

Hours of Work

7:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.

Days Worked

Monday to Friday

Weekend Frequency

N/A

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.