Cardiac Surgical Assistant: Precision OR Support

ProMedica; Toledo (OH); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ProMedica is seeking a Certified Surgical Assistant for Toledo Hospital's Cardiac Surgery team. The role involves assisting the primary surgeon, transporting patients, positioning, and aiding anesthesia during induction and post-procedure transport to PACU or ICU.

You will ensure correct equipment placement, manage surgical instruments, and participate in closing wound layers and marking sites, with active involvement in follow-up rounds. Certification maintenance is required.

Qualifications

• Graduated from NSAA approved program and NCCSA credentialing exam.
• Regular continuing medical education to maintain certification is expected.
• Excellent knowledge of sepsis, infection control, and surgical instrument handling.

Responsibilities

• Assist with patient transport and positioning.
• Support anesthesia personnel during induction and post-procedure transport to PACU/ICU.
• Select and place X-ray, drainage tubes and instruments for procedures.
• Assist in closing wound layers and marking surgical sites.
• Participate in follow-up rounds and care planning.

Skills

Motor skills

Eye-hand coordination

Anatomy & Physiology

Pharmacology knowledge

Infection control

Surgical instruments

Prioritization

Education

NSAA approved program

NCCSA certification

Tools

BCLS

Job description

ProMedica is seeking a Certified Surgical Assistant for Toledo Hospital's Cardiac Surgery team. The role involves assisting the primary surgeon, transporting patients, positioning, and aiding anesthesia during induction and post-procedure transport to PACU or ICU.

You will ensure correct equipment placement, manage surgical instruments, and participate in closing wound layers and marking sites, with active involvement in follow-up rounds. Certification maintenance is required.