Travel First Assist Technician
Urbana, IL
Integrated Healthcare Services
4x10 hrs, Days

Job Title: Surg Asst 1 - OR(A)

Job Summary:
The Certified Surgical Assistant functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the assistant to the surgeon. This role also involves functioning as the first or second surgical technician or second circulator under the direct supervision of the registered nurse (RN). Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, demonstrating technical and psychomotor skills, providing age-specific care to obstetrical patients, and assisting in the organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to ensure efficiency and cost-effectiveness. The position also requires collaboration with surgeons and the OR team to prepare trays, instrumentation, and supplies for procedures, as well as participation in quality assessment and infection control initiatives.

Required Qualifications:
- Associate's Degree in Surgical Technology.
- Certified through the NBSTSA as a Certified Surgical Technician (CST).
- BLS certification.
- IDPH Fingerprinting.

Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through the National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA).

Additional Information:
- Candidates will primarily assist with Orthopedic surgeries.
- Knowledge of closure techniques and ability to perform closure of all layers of skin.
- Experience assisting surgeons during procedures, including suctioning, tying, camera holding, and retracting.
- Scrubbing duties may include teaching classes for medical students, residents, and other students.