Cardiac First Assist RNFA, SA, PA

University Hospitals • Full-time • Cleveland, OH, US • 1m ago

Description

Seeking a Cardiac First Assist to support cardiac surgery cases, Cath and EP procedures across the UH system including UH Cleveland, Elyria, Parma, Ahuja, Lake West and Southwest General medical centers. RNFA, PA or SA will be considered. Cardiac OR experience strongly preferred.

8K Sign on Bonus

A Brief Overview

The Cardiac First Assist works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate the needs of the surgical patient during the perioperative period. The First Assist will 1st and/or 2nd assist cardiac surgical procedures. The First Assist will cover regional call to support the Cardiac Surgery program across the system as well as covering call for Transplant, both donor and recipient, which requires the ability to travel in cars, ambulances, planes and helicopters.

Additional Responsibilities

Performs other duties as assigned.
Complies with all policies and standards.
For specific duties and responsibilities, refer to documentation provided by the department during orientation.
Must abide by all requirements to safely and securely maintain Protected Health Information (PHI) for our patients. Annual training, the UH Code of Conduct and UH policies and procedures are in place to address appropriate use of PHI in the workplace.

Qualifications

Experience Qualifications

RNFA

Graduation of approved RN Program (Required) and
Completion of state approved RNFA course (Required)
less than 1 year Minimum of 6 months taking Second call for Cardiac Surgery service line (Required)
Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio and/or Multi State Compact License (Required Upon Hire) and
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) (Preferred within 6 Months) and
Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR) (Required) and
Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) (Preferred)
RNFA registration with OBN (Required)

Surgical Assistant

Graduation of approved SA Program (Required)
less than 1 year experience taking Second Call for Cardiac service line (Required)
National certification from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) (Preferred) or
National certification from Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (Preferred) or
National certification from American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) (Preferred)

Physician Assistant

Associate’s Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice. (Required) or
Bachelor’s Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice (Required) and
Master’s Degree in healthcare related field with emphasis on clinical practice. (Preferred)
1+ years of Cardiac Surgery experience as a Level 1 (Preferred)
Current license to practice in Ohio (Required) and
Professional Certifications as required by OSMB- additional certifications (Preferred)

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Must demonstrate proficiency in taking Second Call (Required proficiency)
Advanced Life Support Equipment knowledge (Required proficiency)
Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills, proper use of all instruments and equipment used during CT surgery procedures. (Required proficiency)
High degree of hand/eye coordination and uniform mental attention. (Required proficiency

Physical Demands

Standing Frequently
Walking Frequently
Sitting Rarely
Lifting Frequently 50 lbs
Carrying Frequently 50 lbs
Pushing Frequently 50 lbs
Pulling Frequently 50 lbs
Climbing Occasionally 50 lbs
Balancing Occasionally
Stooping Frequently
Kneeling Frequently
Crouching Frequently
Crawling Occasionally
Reaching Frequently
Handling Frequently
Grasping Frequently
Feeling Constantly
Talking Constantly
Hearing Constantly
Repetitive Motions Constantly
Eye/Hand/Foot Coordination Constantly

Travel Requirements

30 %

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