Surgery Assistant

Saint Francis Health System

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Surgery Assistant transports patients to operating rooms, assists surgeons and circulating nurses with patient positioning. This role performs environmental tasks including cleaning the operating rooms and equipment; and ensures supplies are stocked.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED
• 0 - 6 months related experience
• Ability to utilize critical thinking skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to demonstrate a strong sense of personal accountability.

Responsibilities

• Performs independent procedural tasks such as transporting patients while ensuring patient safety.
• Assists with patient positioning and prep in a manner that demonstrates knowledge and ensures patient safety, skin integrity and sterile technique.
• Assists the surgical team utilizing knowledge of sterile technique to hold retractors and cameras as directed by the surgeon.
• Performs environmental activities to maintain a clean and orderly surgical suite.
• Identifies correct patient to verify specific information utilizing strong interpersonal skills/abilities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED