What are the responsibilities and job description for the Surgical Assistant position at UKHS St. Francis Campus?
Join our team as a day shift, full-time, Operating Room Surgical Assistant in Topeka, KS.
Fulfilling your purpose begins here:
People First, Always. Here's how we take care of our people:
- Medical, vision, dental health insurance, health savings account / flexible spending, competitive pay, paid time off, 401k retirement plan with company match, employee assistance program and more.
Your team is bigger than your department:
- The University of Kansas Health System St. Francis Campus, a part of a rich legacy of compassionate care since 1909, now offers 378 licensed beds, a history of innovation, and strong community support.
- We believe healthcare is a team sport and every player has something to contribute. We show compassion, celebrate differences and treat one another with respect.
Responsibilities
Participate in appropriate educational programs relating to clinical practice and/or communication and continuing education required to maintain necessary licensures and certifications.
Maintain confidentiality of all patients.
Comply with all Center policies, procedures, code of conduct and compliance program.
Participate in quarterly fire and disaster drills.
Attend Center meetings as applicable and participate in orientation and staff development programs.
Assume the responsibility for assurance of patient safety during the period of enforced dependency created intra-operatively.
Comply with AAMI and AORN Standards to perform appropriate sterilization of instruments.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
- High School graduate or GED
- Current BLS certification
- One year prior experience
