Senior Cardiac Surgical First Assistant

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The University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) has a unique combination of education, research, and clinical programs that encourages and supports teamwork and diversity. We champion being a collaborative health care organization, focused on improving patient care and the lives of Arkansans.

UAMS offers amazing benefits and perks (available for benefits eligible positions only):

• Health: Medical, Dental and Vision plans available for qualifying staff and family
• Holiday, Vacation and Sick Leave
• Education discount for staff and dependents (undergraduate only)
• Retirement: Up to 10% matched contribution from UAMS
• Basic Life Insurance up to $50,000
• Career Training and Educational Opportunities
• Merchant Discounts
• Concierge prescription delivery on the main campus when using UAMS pharmacy

Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the Apply link/button.

The University of Arkansas is an equal opportunity, affirmative action institution. The University does not discriminate in its education programs or activities (including in admission and employment) on the basis of age, race, color, national origin, disability, religion, marital or parental status, protected veteran status, military service, genetic information, or sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity). Federal law prohibits the University from discriminating on these bases. Questions or concerns about the application of Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex, may be sent to the University's Title IX Coordinator and to the U.S. Department of Education Office for Civil Rights.

Persons must have proof of legal authority to work in the United States on the first day of employment.

All application information is subject to public disclosure under the Arkansas Freedom of Information Act.

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Minimum Qualifications:

• Eight years' experience required as aSurgery Assistant. Experience in an active cardiac program exhibiting a high degree of understanding regarding hemodynamic principles for the cardiac patient and how they relate to patient management. Must also have experience demonstrating the ability to assess these parameters and precisely relay the information to the appropriate physician or support personnel.

Preferred Qualifications:

• More than ten years' experience preferred as aSurgery Assistant or equivalent with a minimum of five years' experience in an active cardiac program exhibiting a high degree of understanding regarding hemodynamic principles for the cardiac patient and how they relate to patient management. Must also have experience demonstrating the ability to assess these parameters and precisely relay the information to the appropriate physician or support personnel.

Physical Requirements:

• Physical stamina to work in long shifts and move or lift patients and heavy equipment.

License, Certificates, or Registration:

• Certification: Current certification as a first assistant (CFA), surgical assistant (CSA), or assistant in surgery by one of the following:
• National Board of Surgical Technology and Assisting (NBSTSA),
• National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA),
• American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA),or
• National Assistant at Surgery Council (NASC).

Special Knowledge, abilities, and skills:

• Good manual dexterity and working knowledge of cardiothoracic surgical procedures and tasks.
• The ability to work in a stressful environment.
• Excellent team working and communication skills.

Additional Information:

Additional Information:

• Assists in compiling statistical data regarding surgical procedures/outcomes for biomedical research, intra-operative procedure notes, quality assurance, and/or other purposes.
• Attends cath. and surgical conferences, in-service training, and continuing medical education programs as appropriate to maintain clinical expertise and certification.
• Assists in pre and post-operative teaching, training, and the orientation for new personnel, as appropriate.
• Participates in meetings and on committees and represents the department and hospital in community outreach efforts.
• Participates in multi-disciplinary quality and service improvement teams.
• Utilizes expertise in heart transplant surgery and mechanical circulatory support therapy to develop advanced heart failure surgical program.
• Demonstrates ability to work collaboratively with UAMS operating room staff.
• Responsible for case preparation including schedule review, posting slip review, verification of equipment availability, and retrieval of patient images and other necessary information.
• Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary in cardiothoracic surgery, including providing retraction of tissue for optimal visualization and appropriate retraction instrument and/or technique. This position will fulfill a surgical first assistant who has appropriate training also performs, under the direct supervision of a surgeon and in compliance with hospital policy, other procedures including but not limited to vein and graft harvesting, implant and graft preparation.
• Assist in maintaining hemostasis by direct pressure, use and application of appropriate surgical instrument for the task, placement of ties, placement of suture ligatures, application of chemical hemostatic agents, or other measure as directed by the surgeon
• Use electrocautery (mono and/or bi-polar)
• Clamp, ligate, and cut tissue per surgeon's directive
• Close all wound layers (fascia, subcutaneous and skin) as per surgeon's directive
• Insert drainage tubes, per surgeon's directive
• Endoscopic Saphenous Vein and Radial Artery Harvest

Salary Information:

Required Documents to Apply:

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This position is subject to pre-employment screening (criminal background, drug testing, and/or education verification). A criminal conviction or arrest pending adjudication alone shall not disqualify an applicant except as provided by law. Any criminal history will be evaluated in relationship to job responsibilities and business necessity. The information obtained in these reports will be used in a confidential, non-discriminatory manner consistent with state and federal law.