memorial hospital chattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Cardiovascular Surgical First Assistant Job at Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga in Chattanooga
$35.53 - $52.85 /hour
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Cardiovascular Surgical First Assistant Job at Memorial Hospital - Chattanooga in Chattanooga
memorial hospital chattanoogaChattanooga, TN
Apply for this role (opens in a new tab)2 days ago
$35.53 - $52.85 /hour
Job Summary and Responsibilities
The Cardiovascular Surgical First Assistant is responsible for assisting the physician throughout the intra-operative phase, as well as contributing to the delivery of quality patient care by working with other surgical team members during the preoperative and immediate postoperative phases.
Essential Key Job Responsibilities
Provides skilled assistance to the surgeon.
Assists with individual operating room set up
Assists with positioning, prepping and draping the patient.
Communicates with the surgeon and health care team regarding patient’s condition
Other duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements:
Certified Surgical Assistant or college degree in health related field with five years of first assisting experience
CSTFA National Certification, AHA BCLS
Effective verbal and written communication skills, use of general patient care equipment, ability to adapt to changes in health care technology, demonstrates skilled assistance to the surgeon, credentialing through the medical staff
Where You'll Work
CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.
Pay Range
$35.53 - $52.85 /hour
Also on the board Same function, level within a rung
Level
Junior
Salary
$35.53 - $52.85 /hour
Location
Chattanooga, TN
Occupation
Surgical Assistants
Industry
General Medical and Surgical Hospitals
Posted
2 days ago