CVOR Surgical Assistant — Day Shift, Growth & Benefits

IHA; Mishawaka (IN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

Benefits day one (Medical, Dental, Vis

Retirement savings with employer match

Generous PTO + 7 paid holidays

Well-being resources

No mandatory overtime

Employee referral incentive program

CEU access

Job summary

Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a qualified Surgical Assistant / Physician Assistant to join our day shift team. You will support the clinic and operating room, perform initial patient assessments, schedule diagnostics, and document care while upholding our mission and patient-centered care standards.

We offer tuition reimbursement, benefits from day one (medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD), retirement with employer match, generous PTO and 7 paid holidays,

Qualifications

• High school graduate with additional specific training.
• Two years post-secondary education in an accredited Physician Assistant program or comparable training that results in successful certification by an accredited organization in surgical assisting.
• BLS certification required upon hire or within 60 days.

Responsibilities

• Actively demonstrates the organization’s mission and core values in all interactions.
• Knows and adheres to laws and regulations pertaining to patient health, safety and medical information.
• Assists with surgical procedures in operating room and in clinic.
• Conducts initial assessment of patients during office visits.
• Schedules diagnostic test procedures as directed.
• Documents patient care provided.
• Provides age-appropriate care according to patient needs.
• Collaborates with clinic medical home team and supports a team-based approach.
• Adheres to safety, infection control and employee health policies and procedures.
• Performs other duties consistent with the purpose of the job.

Education

Two years post-secondary education in an accredited Physician Assistant program or comparable training resulting in certification in surgical assisting

Job description

Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka, IN is seeking a qualified Surgical Assistant / Physician Assistant to join our day shift team. You will support the clinic and operating room, perform initial patient assessments, schedule diagnostics, and document care while upholding our mission and patient-centered care standards.

We offer tuition reimbursement, benefits from day one (medical, dental, vision, PTO, life, STD/LTD), retirement with employer match, generous PTO and 7 paid holidays,