Surgical Assistant

Job Overview

The surgical assistant works under the direction of an attending surgeon and performs duties in relation to pre-operative, operative and post-operative procedures as assigned by that attending surgeon.

Hours:

Full time, day shift

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
• Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
• Professional certification (CRNFA, CSTFA, SA-C, CSFA, PA-C, or CSA) required.
• Surgical procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand-eye coordination

• Assists in performing surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon including positioning, prepping and draping patients.
• Demonstrates team work as evidenced by participation in set‑up, clean‑up and room turnover. Arrives promptly in the OR.
• Exhibits clinical and technical competency. Follows policies and procedures; responds appropriately in emergency situations.
• Knows out-patient procedure and adapts to changes in assignments. Supports the dept. philosophy of timely case turnover.
• Provides first or second assistance in surgery including handling tissue, providing exposure, using instruments, providing homeostasis and suturing.

May be used in other capacities to meet departmental needs.

• Climbing – Rarely
• Hearing:
  Conversation – Frequently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds – Frequently
• Kneeling – Rarely
• Lifting 50+ Lbs. – Rarely
• Lifting