Certified Surgical First Assistant Full Time

West Suburban Medical Center, LLC; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider seeks a dedicated Surgical Assistant to join their compassionate team. This role involves assisting surgeons during operations, preparing patients for surgery, and ensuring the operating room is ready for procedures. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in surgical anatomy and techniques, along with a commitment to patient care and safety. This position offers a supportive environment where your skills can make a significant impact on patient outcomes. If you are passionate about healthcare and eager to contribute to a community-focused facility, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an AMA approved PA program or equivalent medical training.
• CPR Certification is required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in various surgical procedures and techniques.
• Prepare patients and the surgical room for operations.

Skills

Surgical Anatomy

Aseptic Technique

Instrumentation

Surgical Psychomotor Skills

Patient Interaction

Education

AMA approved Physician Assistant program

Certification and Illinois license

Medical education and training as a physician

Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA)

Tools

Surgical Equipment

Laparoscopic Technology

Job description

For over 100 years, West Suburban Medical Center has supported generations of families in the Oak Park and surrounding areas. Our kind, caring hospital staff have a passion to heal and make a difference in our community. We understand that our employees are the heart of our facility. If you are looking for a family atmosphere, a company committed to professional growth and a culture that embraces our five core values of Quality, Innovation, Service, Integrity, and Transparency.

JOB SUMMARY

Utilizing medical knowledge, education and training, and experience with surgical anatomy, physiology, aseptic technique, instrumentation, and surgical psychomotor skills, the Surgical Assistant, under the direction and supervision of the surgeon, assists in assigned surgical procedures and services. The certified surgical assistant may serve as a preceptor to Surgical Assistants in training and function as a resource person to OR staff.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

A graduate of an AMA approved Physician Assistant (PA) program with certification and Illinois license or completion of medical education and training as a physician, but unlicensed to practice or a Certified Registered Nurse First Assistant (CRNFA) Certified member of the American Board of Surgical Assistants or the National Surgical Assistant Association CPR Certification.

JOB RELATIONSHIPS (INTERNAL/EXTERNAL)

May serve as a resource to surgeon, surgical services, or department in sponsored programs of instruction and training of other healthcare professionals, students, and physicians on behalf of Resilience Healthcare. Adjusts patient interaction and/or treatment to match each patient’s age-specific developmental, educational, or other related needs.

JOB DUTIES

Demonstrates the Resilience Healthcare Customer Service Values, which are key in providing quality service to patients and customers.

1. Assists the surgeon, performing such duties as retracting for exposure, reflecting tissue, cutting sutures and tissue as directed, harvesting veins, assisting with wound closure, placement and securing of drains and dressings as directed and supervised by the surgeon.
2. Assists in the preparation of the surgical patient, performing such duties as urinary catheterization, surgical preparation, draping of the field, and maintaining integrity of the operative field.
3. Assists the surgeon in the operation and manipulation of surgical equipment, such as handling of laparoscopic or minimally invasive technology to provide exposure and facilitate the operative procedure.
4. Demonstrates and teaches other healthcare professionals: surgical assistants, house officers, and surgeons to use equipment with which the Surgical Assistant is proficient, under the direction of the surgeon.
5. Prepares the patient and room for surgery, or between cases, turning the room over to facilitate the work of the unit in patient care; assists the nursing staff as available in positioning patients, supplies, and equipment to assure safe patient care in the operating suite.

West Suburban Medical Center provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.