Surgical Assistant - 26-05515

Benefits

Qualifications

• • The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of anatomy and surgical techniques, excellent technical skills, and the ability to work confidently in complex surgical settings
• • Associate’s Degree in Surgical Assisting
• • Completion of an accredited Surgical Assisting Program
• • Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)
• • Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and surgical procedures
• • Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• • Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a high-acuity environment
• • Strong clinical judgment and communication skills
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Responsibilities

• • 5x8 Hour Shifts
• • Shift Time: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
• • The Surgical Assistant will perform advanced intraoperative support duties to help ensure safe, efficient, and effective surgical outcomes while maintaining excellent patient care and professional collaboration with the surgical team
• • Assist surgeons during surgical procedures under direct supervision
• • Position patients appropriately to optimize surgical site exposure and procedural safety
• • Provide visualization of the operative field through:
• • Placement and securing of retractors
• • Tissue manipulation
• • Suctioning, irrigating, and sponging
• • Packing with sponges
• • Handling and manipulation of sutures
• • Assist with hemostasis techniques during procedures
• • Perform wound closure using sutures, staples, subcutaneous, or subcuticular closure techniques as directed by the surgeon
• • Apply appropriate postoperative dressings and immobilization materials
• • Assist with securing drainage systems to tissue
• • Support harvesting procedures involving veins, radial arteries, tendons, bone, skin, and plastic closures when applicable
• • Provide expert intraoperative assistance during major surgical cases
• • Maintain sterile technique and adhere to all surgical safety protocols
• • Stay current with evolving surgical technologies and specialty practices
• • Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and operating room personnel
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