Surgical Assistant - Main Operating Room

TriHealth•Cincinnati, OH

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Join a Main OR team where your surgical expertise and calm under pressure help drive exceptional patient care. At Good Samaritan Hospital, you’ll be part of a fast-moving, highly skilled surgical unit that values teamwork, quick thinking, and supporting each other through every case. If you thrive in a collaborative environment and want to make a meaningful impact in a place where every procedure matters, this is where you’ll feel at home.

Requirements

Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program
Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)
Surgical procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand-eye coordination

Nice To Haves

Professional certification (CRNFA, CSTFA, SA-C, CSFA, PA-C, or CSA) must be obtained within 12 months from date of employment

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.
May be used in other capacities to meet departmental needs