Tech First Assist

Job Title

• Tech - First Assist

Location

• Pasadena, TX

Schedule / Job Type

• Full-time, travel assignment, 13-week duration

Key Responsibilities

• Provide first assist support during various surgical procedures, including general, robotics, neurosurgery, orthopedics, ENT, urology, gynecology, and vascular surgeries.
• Assist with laparoscopic, open, and robotic surgeries such as appendectomies, cholecystectomies, hernia repairs, spinal, craniotomy, and vascular access procedures.
• Support labor and delivery cases, including vaginal and C-section deliveries, as well as support for ultrasound-guided vascular procedures like AV fistulas and bypass surgeries.
• Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure optimal patient care and procedure efficiency.
• Follow unit protocols, including start times, call responsibilities, and dress code.

Required Qualifications

• Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Advanced cardiovascular life support (ACLS) certification
• Certification as a First Assist (CSFA or equivalent)
• Experience supporting a variety of surgical procedures, including labor and delivery with adult and pediatric patients

Preferred Experience / Skills

• Vascular procedures experience, such as AV fistula creation and femoral-popliteal bypass
• Experience with robotic surgery assist, especially with Da Vinci Xi systems
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced surgical environment

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to work in a diverse and dynamic surgical unit with supportive team members
• Gain valuable experience in a reputable healthcare facility, with potential for ongoing assignments

Additional Details

• Shift: Days, 12.5 hours per shift, 3 shifts per week
• Support includes on-call duties for nights, weekends, and holidays with a 30-minute response time
• Attire: Scrub color is hunter green
• Worksite: Pasadena, TX

Note: This position is suitable for candidates with at least 1 year of relevant experience in surgical assisting and compliance with all required certifications.