Surgical Assistant - Full Time
About The Position
The Surgical Assistant serves as a First or Second Assistant to the surgeon during complex and routine surgical and invasive procedures. This role supports the surgical team through all phases of care, ensuring a safe, efficient, and patient-centered operating room environment. About Advocate Health Advocate Health is committed to helping people live well. As one of the nation’s leading health systems, we provide compassionate, high-quality care across the communities we serve. Our team members are empowered to grow, lead, and make a meaningful impact every day. About the Facility Advocate Condell Medical Center is a full-service acute care hospital located in Libertyville, Illinois. The hospital provides a wide range of surgical and medical services and is known for its commitment to clinical excellence, patient safety, and a collaborative care environment. Team members work together across disciplines to deliver high-quality, patient-centered care.
Requirements
- Certified Surgical Assistant (or eligible to obtain certification within 30 days of hire)
- Current CPR certification
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Previous operating room (OR) experience required
- Ability to work effectively in high-stress, fast-paced surgical environments
- Strong critical thinking and ability to respond quickly in emergencies
- Ability to adapt to changing clinical environments
- Understanding of aseptic technique and sterile field maintenance
- Ability to recognize and respond to the needs of diverse patient populations
- Ability to lift up to 35 pounds without assistance
- Patient lifting over 35 pounds requires assistance and/or use of equipment
- Ability to stand for extended periods and perform physically demanding work
- Exposure to body fluids, waste, chemicals, radiation, anesthesia gases, hazardous materials, and infectious diseases
- Participation in on-call rotation (nights, weekends, holidays) required
- Ability to respond to emergency situations and facility codes (e.g., fire, evacuation)
- Demonstrates competency in care for patients of all ages, including: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adult, Geriatric
Nice To Haves
- Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant program preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide first or second assist support for surgical procedures across all patient populations
- Prepare operating rooms by gathering supplies, instruments, and equipment
- Assist with patient positioning, transferring, prepping, and draping
- Anticipate surgeon needs and ensure all required instruments and supplies are available prior to incision
- Maintain sterile field and adhere to aseptic techniques
- Ensure all surgical equipment is available, functional, and ready for use
- Support training and onboarding of Surgical Technologists and new Surgical Assistants
- Participate in department initiatives, quality improvement efforts, and team-based projects
Benefits
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
