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SpecialtyCare’s Role in Supporting Surgical First Assistants and Advancing Patient Care

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By focusing on quality, efficiency, and innovation, SpecialtyCare ensures that SFAs are empowered to deliver top-tier assistance, directly impacting patient outcomes and the success of surgical procedures. This multidisciplinary capability makes SpecialtyCare a reliable partner for healthcare facilities seeking expert assistance.

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The Essential Role of Hospital Surgical Support in Modern Healthcare

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Table of Contents What Is Hospital Surgical Support? Sterile Processing and Instrument Sterilization 4. Surgical First Assistants 5. At SpecialtyCare , surgical support services are designed to help hospitals improve efficiency, patient outcomes, and compliance with healthcare regulations.

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Why a Surgeon’s Surgical Assistant is Essential in the OR

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Surgical assistants, RNFAs (Registered Nurse First Assistants), and PAs (Physician Assistants) are critical team members who directly impact the efficiency and safety of every procedure. Enhanced Patient Safety A surgical assistant’s responsibilities go beyond handing over instruments.

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Get to Know Your Newly Appointed ARC/STSA and SASA Board Members

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While working as a first assistant in orthopedics, he was responsible for preoperative and postoperative patient care in the clinic, as well as classroom and clinical training of surgical technologists in a hospital-based program. Lydell Powell, AAS, Th.A.,

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The Importance Of Pre-Cleaning Instruments At Point Of Use (Part II)

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The goal is to ensure pre-cleaning of instruments immediately after use and prior to transport to sterile reprocessing. This is normally accomplished manually using sterile water; water with an FDA approved detergent or an enzymatic product (liquid or spray) with a neutral pH (7 or lower).

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Congratulations to ARC/STSA’s 2023 Scholarship Recipients

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Luke’s University Hospital, Bethlehem, Pennsylvania I am extremely humbled and thankful to be a recipient of this scholarship. At some point, after graduation and working as a surgical technologist for a few years, I would like to further pursue my education and become a surgical first assistant. Elyse Crotty St.

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How to Hire a Surgical First Assist: A Comprehensive Guide

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Table of Contents Understanding the Role of a Surgical First Assist Key Qualifications to Look for When Hiring a Surgical First Assist 1. A surgical first assist (SFA) plays an essential role in supporting surgeons during procedures by providing hands-on assistance, improving workflow, and ensuring optimal patient care.