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Cardiovascular Surgical First Assistant Job at CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga

Cardiovascular Surgical First Assistant Job at CommonSpirit Health in Chattanooga

commonspirit healthChattanooga, TN

yesterday

$35.53 - $52.85 /hour

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Job Summary And ResponsibilitiesThe 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. Provides skilled assistance to the surgeon. Assists with individual operating room set upAssists with positioning, prepping and draping the patient. Communicates with the surgeon and health care team regarding patient’s conditionOther duties as assigned by management. Job Summary And ResponsibilitiesThe 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 upAssists with positioning, prepping and draping the patient. Communicates with the surgeon and health care team regarding patient’s conditionOther duties as assigned by management.
Job Requirements: Certified Surgical Assistant or college degree in health related field with five years of first assisting experienceCSTFA National Certification, AHA BCLSEffective 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 WorkCommonSpirit 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

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Level

Mid

Salary

$35.53 - $52.85 /hour

Location

Chattanooga, TN

Occupation

Surgical Assistants

Industry

General Medical and Surgical Hospitals

Posted

yesterday

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