OB FIRST ASSIST - PER DIEM PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT

UR Thompson Health • Part-time • Canandaigua, NY, US • 2w ago

Job Details

Description

Description

The OB First Assist collaborates with the surgeon and the healthcare team in performing a safe operation with optimal outcomes for the patient. The OB First Assist must have acquired the necessary knowledge, skill and judgement specific to clinical practice. The OB First Assist practices in collaboration with and at the direction of the surgeon in the operative phase of the labor experience.

Apply knowledge of surgical anatomy, physiology and operative technique relative to operative procedures wherein the APP assists
Apply principles of asepsis and infection control skillfully
Assists in positioning, prepping, and draping of the patient, or performs these independently if directed by the surgeon
Provides hemostasis by clamping blood vessels, coagulating bleeding points, ligating vessels, and by other means as directed by the surgeon
Provides exposure through appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning and sponging techniques by closely always observing the operative field, demonstrating stamina for sustained retraction and anticipating the needs of the surgeon
Handles tissue as directed by the surgeon, sutures the peritoneum, fascia, subcutaneous tissue and skin, by demonstrating the different types of closure, and correct approximation of tissue layers.
Cleans the wound and applies surgical dressings
Affixes and stabilizes all drains
Assists in transferring the patient from the operating room
Lives CARES values at all times (commitment, action, respect, excellence and service)

Schedule

Per Diem, Call shifts can be 12 or 24 hours.

Qualifications