Surgical Assistant
Trinity Health•Melrose Park, IL
•Onsite
About The Position
The Surgical Assistant provides technical assistance, under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. Clinical skills performed will include positioning the patient, preparing the skin and providing visualization of the operative site. Assists with hemostasis, closure of body planes and selection and application of dressings and splints.
Requirements
- High School Diploma required
- 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
- CPR - Basic Life Support
Nice To Haves
- High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
- Certified in Surgical Assistant
Responsibilities
- Positioning the patient
- Preparing the skin
- Providing visualization of the operative site
- Assisting with hemostasis
- Assisting with closure of body planes
- Assisting with selection and application of dressings and splints
Benefits
- Benefits from Day One
- Competitive Shift Differentials
- Career Development
- Tuition Reimbursement
- On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
- Educational Stipend
- Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
- Referral Rewards
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
