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Surg Tech First Assistant - OR (Full-Time/Days)

UnityPoint Health
$30.45/Hr.-$45.67/Hr.
parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Rock Island
2701 17th Street (Show on map)
Jan 15, 2025
  • Area of Interest: Allied Health
  • FTE/Hours per pay period: 0.8
  • Department: Operations Room- RI
  • Shift: Varied/Days
  • Job ID: 155063

UnityPoint Health Information

Why UnityPoint Health?

Commitment to our Team - We're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare several years in a row for our commitment to our team members.

Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you matter. Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and an unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.

Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.

  • Caring is what we do, and it starts with our team members: expect paid time off, parental leave, 401K matching and an employee recognition program as we support you both personally and professionally.
  • You can only give your best when you feel your best, and we help you live well with dental and health insurance, paid holidays, short and long-term disability and more. We even offer pet insurance for your four-legged family members to give you peace of mind.
  • We strive to make things easier and more personal in health care to set us apart from the rest, and you can experience that commitment through early access to earned wages with Daily Pay, a tuition reimbursement program designed to help you further your career and adoption assistance to help you grow your family in the way that works for you.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - At UnityPoint Health, we honor the ways people are unique and embrace what brings us together. Our collective goal is to champion a culture of belonging where everyone feels valued and respected.

Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.

Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work at https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org


Overview

Operations Room - Rock Island, IL

Surgical Technologist First Assistant

Full Time - 0.8 FTE

Varied/Days (Shifts include 6:30 AM - 3:00 PM, 9:00 AM - 5:30 PM, and 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)

* $5,000.00 Sign-on Bonus! *

Why UnityPoint Health?

  • Commitment to our Team - For the third consecutive year, we're proud to be recognized as a Top 150 Place to Work in Healthcare by Becker's Healthcare for our commitment to our team members.
  • Culture - At UnityPoint Health, you Come for a fulfilling career and experience a culture guided by uncompromising values and unwavering belief in doing what's right for the people we serve.
  • Benefits - Our competitive Total Rewards program offers benefits options that align with your needs and priorities, no matter what life stage you're in.
  • Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Commitment - We're committed to ensuring you have a voice that is heard regardless of role, race, gender, religion, or sexual orientation.
  • Development - We believe equipping you with support and development opportunities is an essential part of delivering a remarkable employment experience.
  • Community Involvement - Be an essential part of our core purpose-to improve the health of the people and communities we serve.

Visit https://dayinthelife.unitypoint.org/ to hear more from our team members about why UnityPoint Health is a great place to work.


Responsibilities

About the OR:

  • The three, Quad City campuses feature 16 OR suites, 2 open heart rooms, and 2 urology rooms, all equipped to handle a wide range of surgical procedures in specialties such as cardiothoracic, vascular, robotics, orthopedics, general surgery, gynecology, neurosurgery, urology, podiatry, and cataracts.
  • During orientation, UnityPoint Health offers a structured orientation which provides guidelines and education to ensure success in surgical services.
  • Additionally, UnityPoint Health offers development and professional growth opportunities through continued education.

Duties:

  • Provide intraoperative assistance to the surgeon, including tissue retraction, suctioning, cauterization, and suturing, while maintaining a sterile field and ensuring patient safety throughout procedures.
  • Support surgical room preparation by gathering necessary supplies, assisting with patient care, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols to prevent accidents or injuries.
  • Uphold professional standards through continuous learning, adherence to regulatory guidelines (HIPAA, OSHA, etc.), and maintaining required certifications with reliable attendance

Qualifications

Education:

  • Graduate of an accredited school of surgical technology and surgical assisting.
  • Must maintain CEUS as defined by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.

Experience:

  • Minimum of 5 years perioperative patient Care

License(s)/Certification(s):

  • CPR certification required.
  • Certified Surgical Technologist-First Assist
    • Certification required through an accredited program.
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