- Location
- CHATTANOOGA, TN, US
- Closing date
- Today
- Source
- iCIMS
Description
Job Summary and Responsibilities
Endovascular First Assistant
Part Time Days
As our Endovascular Certified Surgical First Assistant, you will be a vital member of our perioperative team, playing a critical role in delivering high-quality patient care. You will work in direct collaboration with surgeons and the broader clinical staff to ensure seamless surgical procedures, focusing on patient safety and optimal clinical outcomes throughout the entire intra-operative experience.
Every day you will provide expert technical assistance to the surgeon, ensuring the operating room is meticulously prepared for each specific procedure. Your daily responsibilities include assisting with patient positioning, performing sterile skin prep and draping, and maintaining clear, continuous communication with the surgical team regarding the patient’s status and any changes in their condition during the pre-, intra-, and immediate post-operative phases.
To be successful in this role, you will possess strong clinical skills, a deep understanding of sterile technique, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced surgical environment. We are looking for a detail-oriented professional who excels in team-based settings, demonstrates exceptional attention to patient safety protocols, and maintains a proactive approach to supporting surgical workflows and management-directed initiatives.
Job Requirements
Certified Surgical Assistant program
First Assistant National Certification, AHA BLS
Where You’ll Work
CommonSpirit Memorial is an award-winning, not-for-profit, faith-based health care organization dedicated to the healing ministry of Jesus Christ. Founded by the Sisters of Charity of Nazareth, we offer a comprehensive continuum of care, from preventative and primary care to acute hospital services specializing in cancer, cardiac, neuroscience, stroke, and orthopedic services. Our commitment to excellence has earned us top prestigious recognition repeatedly from U.S. News and World Report, PINC AI™, CMS, Healthgrades®, Leapfrog, and most recently as one of the Best Places to Work in Tennessee. We are proud to serve Southeast Tennessee and Northwest Georgia with the expertise of 4,700 employees and nearly 500 affiliated physicians.