First Assist Technician
Summerlin Hospital Medical Center
LAS VEGAS, NV
$38-50/hourOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Facility InformationShort Term Acute Care391 bedsOracle Cerner
- SettingOnsite
Pay
Description
Summerlin Hospital is a 485-bed hospital featuring emergency services; a busy maternity department with an average of 450 deliveries per month; a Children’s Medical Center with a NICU, a pediatric ICU and separate pediatric ER; advanced cardiovascular care, surgical services, women’s health, and oncology care. Summerlin Hospital is an accredited Chest Pain with PCI facility and a Primary Stroke Center and has received multiple awards from the American Heart Association Get with the Guidelines program.
The Valley Health System (VHS), with six hospitals in Las Vegas and Southern Nevada, is looking for exceptional people who share our vision and values. We focus on clearly defined goals designed to bring about exemplary patient care. We give our employees the structure to achieve these goals by providing advanced technological systems, processes, and practice; performance improvement and patient safety standards to foster positive patient outcomes; a collaborative practice model; evidence-based practice; and education and development programs to support recruitment and retention.
VHS is owned and operated by a subsidiary of Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS). Each employee at VHS takes part in the UHS Service Excellence Program. The program is guided by three standards: "Treat everyone as a guest. Demonstrate professionalism and excellence in the things I do. Practice teamwork." The talent and dedication of all UHS employees is what makes the company unique.
Job Description:
Assists surgeons with exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Under the direct supervision of a Registered Nurse, attends to the patients’ direct care needs. Accepts responsibility for his/her integrity with respect to maintenance and compliance, to policies. Anticipates the needs of the surgeon, and other team members, with respect to the requirements of a particular surgical procedure. Demonstrates and maintains dexterity sufficient for successful completion of his/her assistant duties on each particular procedure. Maintains a professional attitude with respect to the dignity, privacy, and safety of the patient. Functions within the limits of his/her ability, and within the scope of practice set forth by the medical staff Bylaws, Rules and Regulations, and appropriate state law.
Qualifications
Job Requirements:
Education:
Technical School/2 Years College / associate degree: Surgical Technology, or program board eligible for SFA certification required. Bachelor's Degree preferred.
Must have Robot FA experience.
Experience:
Three to five (3-5) years surgical tech experience required. Five to eight (5-8) years surgical tech experience preferred.
Technical Skills:
Continuing education programs to maintain and enhance clinical competencies related to perioperative or First Assisting practice.
License/Certification:
Current CSFA certification (through NBSTSA), CSA (through NSAA), or SA-C certification (through ABSA) required. Certification must be maintained for employment. Current American Heart Association (BLS).
Other:
Must be able to demonstrate the knowledge and skills necessary to provide care/service appropriate to the age of the patient.
Compensation Range:
$ 37.98 - $ 50.32 / hour
Benefit Highlights
- Challenging and rewarding work environment
- Comprehensive education and training center
- Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
- Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
- 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
- Career opportunities within VHS and UHS Subsidies
Facility
Summerlin Hospital Medical Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 391 beds
- Oracle Cerner
Employer
The Valley Health System
About Las Vegas, NV
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