Surgical Assistant - Mukwonago Hospital - .9 FTE
About The Position
ProHealth Care is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Surgical Assistant to join our team and provide essential support during surgical procedures. We are committed to providing exceptional care and ensuring the safety and well-being of our patients. As part of our surgical team, you will contribute directly to making a positive impact on patients' lives. If you're passionate about patient care, have strong surgical skills, and want to be part of a respected healthcare team, we encourage you to apply! About Us: We welcome you to join us at the Mukwonago campus in our newly built and growing OR with 4 large operating room suites and 2 minor procedure suites. Specialties served range from General/Vascular, ENT, GYN, Urology, GI and also a rapidly growing Da Vinci Robotic Program. What You Will Do:Job Summary: The Surgical Assistant (SA) will assist in positioning patients, ensuring proper sterilization, and providing direct support during surgeries. The ideal candidate will have knowledge of human anatomy, surgical procedures, and aseptic techniques. The SA will work closely with the operating room RN to ensure optimal patient safety and a smooth surgical process. The SA will work primarily in operating rooms and surgical settings.
Requirements
- Graduate of a Surgical Tech program and a two-year surgical first assist program or an accredited NBSTA/CSFA/SA program.
- Basic Life Support (BLS) from the American Heart Association or ability to obtain upon hire
Responsibilities
- Preoperative Preparation: Review surgical schedules, verify necessary supplies, and ensure case carts are set up with appropriate instruments and patient information.
- Surgical Assistance: Assist with tissue retraction, maintain hemostasis, apply electrocautery, and perform wound closures (fascia, subcutaneous, skin) as directed by the surgeon.
- Patient Positioning: Move and position patients according to the surgeon’s instructions, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Sterile Technique: Perform skin prep, drape patients, and prepare the surgical field for procedures.
- Equipment Troubleshooting: Ensure all surgical equipment is functioning properly and troubleshoot when necessary.
- Medication Administration: Administer injection medications as directed by the physician.
- Collaboration: Work with the materials coordinator to ensure proper supplies are available and assist the surgical team in creating a safe environment.
- Ongoing Learning: Meet competency requirements and maintain skills necessary to perform the role effectively.
- Additional Duties: Perform other tasks as assigned by the surgeon, including vein harvesting and assisting with patient resuscitation during emergencies.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
1,001-5,000 employees
