Travel First Assist Technician - $1,924 per week

Company: Wellspring Nurse Source
Location: Randallstown
Posted on: February 8, 2025

Job Description:

Travel First Assist Technician - $1,924 per week at Wellspring Nurse Source summary:
The Travel First Assist Technician provides essential support in the operating room, assisting surgeons during surgical procedures. This role requires expertise in surgical techniques, maintaining a sterile environment, and ensuring patient safety. The technician collaborates with the surgical team to deliver optimal surgical outcomes while complying with all infection control protocols.
Wellspring Nurse Source is seeking a travel First Assist Technician for a travel job in Randallstown, Maryland.Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 03/03/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: TravelJob Title: Surgical Technologist First Assistant
  Job Summary:
  A Surgical Technologist First Assistant (Surgical First Assist) plays a critical role in the operating room by directly assisting the surgeon during surgical procedures. This role involves providing advanced technical support, including suturing, tissue manipulation, and hemostasis, while ensuring the sterile field is maintained. The Surgical First Assist collaborates with the surgical team to ensure patient safety and optimal outcomes.
  
  Key Responsibilities:
  
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  • Assist the surgeon by providing hands-on support during surgical procedures, including retracting tissues, suturing, and applying surgical instruments.
    
  • Prepare the operating room by setting up surgical equipment, instruments, and sterile drapes according to procedure-specific requirements.
    
  • Ensure patient positioning is correct and safe, applying necessary supports and padding.
    
  • Provide hemostasis by using suction, clamps, cauterization, or other techniques to control bleeding.
    
  • Perform wound closure and apply surgical dressings as directed by the surgeon.
    
  • Monitor and maintain the sterile field, ensuring adherence to infection control and aseptic techniques.
    
  • Collaborate with the surgical team to anticipate the surgeon's needs during the procedure, ensuring all necessary instruments and supplies are readily available.
    
  • Assist with patient transport, positioning, and preparation before and after surgery.
    
  • Perform pre- and post-operative instrument and equipment counts with the circulating nurse to ensure accuracy.
    
  • Maintain and troubleshoot surgical instruments and equipment, reporting any issues to the appropriate personnel.
    
    
    Qualifications:
    
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    • Education: Completion of an accredited Surgical Technology program is required. Advanced training or certification in surgical first assisting is preferred.
      
    • Certification: Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) or Certified First Assistant (CFA) credential through a recognized organization such as NBSTSA or NSAA is required.
      
    • Experience: Minimum of 1-2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist, with specific experience in first assisting preferred.
      
    • Licensure: Must meet state-specific licensing or certification requirements for surgical first assisting.
      Wellspring Nurse Source Job ID #30592726. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Allied Surgical Technologist - First AssistAbout Wellspring Nurse SourceWellspring is nurse owned and operated which means that we get you, we stand behind you, and we advocate for you. - We are 100% committed to helping you find your best job at the best rate. - We are unwavering in our commitment to supporting our clinicians on every step of their travel adventure, assisting with everything from onboarding and payroll to on-the-job clinical support with a dedicated Clinician Success Team. - You're not just a number at Wellspring, you're a valued member of our family. - Join us and experience the Wellspring difference.
      
      Keywords:
      Surgical First Assist, Travel Technician, Operating Room Assistant, Surgical Technology, Healthcare Jobs, Patient Safety, Surgical Procedures, Allied Health, Infection Control, Suturing
      

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