Surgical Assistant I

TriHealth • Cincinnati, OH

23d

About The Position

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

Requirements

• 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

Responsibilities

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees