Cardiothoracic Surgical Assistant - Maryview Medical Center

Cardiothoracic Surgical Assistant - Maryview Medical Center

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The Surgical Assistant, Cardiac Team is responsible for preparing the cardiac surgical room, gathering patient and case‑specific supplies and equipment. Under the direct supervision of a surgeon, the assistant performs first, second, or third assistant tasks during intra‑operative procedures, including providing exposure, retracting to expose anatomy without undue pressure, performing surgical wound repair techniques, and controlling blood loss during cardiac surgery.

The assistant may also be called upon to perform duties in the main OR during normal working hours when not in conflict with cardiovascular OR responsibilities.

• Serves as the surgical assistant on assigned cardiac surgery cases. Functions in the scrub role as assigned.
• Under the direct supervision of the operating surgeon, handles tissue, provides exposure, uses instruments, sutures, and provides hemostasis, performs wound closure and knot tying, irrigates wound site, uses power equipment and stapling devices.
• Performs surgical hand scrub, following Surgical Scrub Policy and Procedure. Gowns and gloves for self and others, following gowning and gloving policy and procedure.
• Assists surgeon or scrub person in draping patient to establish the sterile field. Does so in accordance with AORN Standards and Recommended Practices and established departmental policies.
• Assists scrub personnel and surgeon in applying dressings as requested.
• Shares responsibility for patient safety at all times. Maintains an environment free of obstacles and hazards that could result in injuries to personnel and patients.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job‑related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)
• Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)

• BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (required)
• If employed in Virginia, registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Assistant (required)

• Two years’ experience in an Operating Room (required)
• Experience in cardiovascular operating room (preferred; required for RSFH)

• Monitor patient conditions during treatment
• Complete specific, routine tasks
• Basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill
• Operate basic equipment/machinery
• Follow instructions
• Assist with performing circulator skills and tasks

• Attention to detail
• Critical thinking
• Teamwork
• Conflict resolution
• Active listening
• Relationship building
• Demonstrates a caring attitude and intentional caring behaviors in interpersonal interactions and patient/family care
• Communicates clearly all pertinent patient information to other members of the health care team
• Possess Surgical Conscience
• Anticipate needs
• Flexible
• Takes direction
• Work under pressure
• Professionalism
• Move with a sense of urgency

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• Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
• Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts
• Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
• Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact the Talent Acquisition Team at