Surgical Assistant Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program
• Current Medical Assistant (CMA) credential in good standing
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Minimum of 1–2 years of clinical experience preferred
• Knowledge of infection control, sterile technique, and clinic-based health and safety precautions
• Ability to use and apply medical terminology accurately
• Demonstrated understanding of clinical workflows and documentation standards
• Strong communication skills with patients, providers, and staff

Responsibilities

• Assist patients by providing information, support, and professional customer service
• Verify patient identity, obtain medical histories, confirm visit purpose, allergies, medications, and vital signs
• Prepare patients for examinations and procedures, explain treatments, and ensure proper consents are completed
• Assist physicians with office procedures, injections, wound care, suture/staple removal, and post-operative follow-up
• Administer medications as directed by the provider and within CMA scope of practice
• Support structured onboarding of newly hired medical assistants
• Reinforce clinic standards related to documentation, infection control, and workflow expectations
• Assist leadership in validating competencies and ensuring adherence to clinic protocols
• Promote accountability and teamwork within the medical assistant team
• Document patient care, communications, injections, and education accurately in the EMR (TouchWorks)
• Complete charge tickets and ensure documentation supports appropriate coding and secure record maintenance
• Facilitate diagnostic testing and prescription refill processes per provider direction and clinic protocol
• Manage administrative tasks including reports, patient communications, and daily clinical workflows
• Recognize and respond to patient emergencies according to facility policy
• Maintain sterile technique, follow universal precautions, and comply with OSHA and clinic safety policies
• Clean and maintain exam rooms, equipment, and supplies; properly dispose of biohazard materials per protocol
• Ensure patient and staff safety, including safe transport and assistance with ambulation