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Job Requirements of Surgical Tech First Asst:
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Employment Type:
Contractor
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Location:
Waco, TX (Onsite)
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Surgical Tech First Asst
Temp to Perm: Temp with extension opportunities
Travel (Y/N): Yes
Length of Assignment: 13 weeks
Work Location: Waco, TX
Work Schedule: Thursday | 7a–7p
Shift: AM
Interview Type: 1 Round – Virtual
Specialty: OR
Certification/Degree Requirements: BLS, CSFA (NBSTSA)
Top Skills: 4+ yrs experience, Surgical field preparation & maintenance, Delivery prep
Scrub Color: Provided
Job Pitch:
Exciting opportunity for a Surgical Tech First Assistant in Waco, TX! Join a dynamic OR team with a supportive environment, steady schedule, and extension opportunities.
JOB SUMMARY
The Surgical Tech First Assistant works in a dual role as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) and a First Assistant. This position assists surgeons and surgical teams during major surgical services and complex surgical procedures. It functions under the direction of a Registered Nurse when performing the role of CST, and under the direction of a Surgeon when performing the role of First Assistant.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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Ensure appropriate supplies, equipment, and instrumentation are available and functioning properly for each procedure.
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Create, correct, and update surgeon preference cards.
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Set up surgical cases and prepare the OR.
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Coordinate specialty equipment and instrument tray needs.
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Perform sterilization preparation and quality checks.
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Scrub for major surgical services requiring advanced knowledge of anatomy and instruments.
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Educate and prepare surgical teams according to procedures.
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Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping.
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Provide intraoperative support including passing instruments, holding retractors, tying off vessels, repairing incisions, cauterizing, stabilizing drains, and applying dressings.
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Perform complex surgical techniques under surgeon direction within Texas scope of practice.
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Manage specimens, collaborate with pharmacy and vendors, and requisition supplies.
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Stay current on surgical trends and techniques, act as a preceptor, and support training and mentoring.
KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
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Strong communication skills.
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Solid knowledge of operating room protocol.
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Ability to work effectively with hospital departments and staff.
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Comprehensive understanding of clinic patient protocols.
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Skilled in assisting physicians across all aspects of practice and surgery.