Senior Surgical Assistant

Job Overview

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.

• Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program.
• BLS/CPR (Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers).
• Certification as one or more of the following:
  Surgical Assistant Certified (SA-C), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), Physician Assistant – Certified (PA-C), Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA).
• Broad-base of experience in surgical/procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand-eye coordination. Ability to serve as a team resource for at least 3 specialties required.
• 4-5 years in a related field.
• 2-3 years in specialty area.

Assists in performing surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon including positioning, prepping and draping patients.

Demonstrates knowledge and understanding of instruments and equipment.

Maintains a safe environment for patients, self and co-workers.

Operates equipment and instrumentation with supervision.

Performs supply and equipment related activities in addition to routine cleaning/stocking activities.

Provides first assistance in surgery including handling tissue, providing exposure, using instruments, suturing, and providing homeostasis.

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