Surgical First Assistant SH-OC

Surgical First Assistant SH-OC

Primary Location Lutherville-Timonium, Maryland

Job Number 1061007

Date posted 04/13/2022

Description:

First assistant during surgical procedures, working under the immediate and direct supervision of a surgeon.

Significant Duties:

the patient in the appropriate position as directed by the surgeon.

uses both common and specialized equipment to help place the patient.

enables the surgeon to see the surgical site properly by using tools like retractors, sponges, digital manipulation, and other methods in accordance with standards.

employs the proper technique to help the surgeon achieve either temporary or permanent hemostasis by aiding in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical tasks that will enable the surgeon to do the procedure safely and with the best possible outcomes for the patient.

performs tasks as a surgical technician in the ambulatory surgery facility for all surgical specialties.

uses the right methods, such as sutures and staples, to help close body planes.

chooses and uses the proper wound dressings.

aids in moving patients from a gurney to a bed during transportation to and from the operating room.

monitoring the quality of care in accordance with set standards and professional guidelines.

carries out any more related tasks as directed.

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