Inpatient Surgical Assistant | Entry-Level OR Support

Mercy Health; Mason (OH); On-site; USD 52,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) with employer contributions

Medical,dental,vision, prescription, H

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Professional development

Job summary

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks a Surgical Assistant to support providers during surgical procedures under supervision. This entry-level role focuses on learning and growing within our hospital teams.

Core duties include sterile technique, instrument counts, patient positioning, and assisting with OR case preparation. Candidates should have a Surgical Assistant program and relevant certifications; Mercy Health offers comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent (required).
• Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required).
• BLS Certification preferred prior to direct patient care.
• CSA Certification by NBSTSA/NSAA/NCCSA (required in some locations).
• Virginia Board of Medicine registration if employed in Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving; acts as first/second assistant.
• Maintains sterile field; supports instrument counts and surgeon readiness.
• Communicates instrument issues and sterility concerns to circulating nurse.
• Assists with OR case preparation, patient positioning, draping, and related care.

Skills

Monitor patient conditions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Effective communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical Assistant Program

BLS Certification (preferred)

CSA Certification (required in some regions)

Virginia Medical Board registration (if applicable)

Job description

Mercy Health in Ohio seeks a Surgical Assistant to support providers during surgical procedures under supervision. This entry-level role focuses on learning and growing within our hospital teams.

Core duties include sterile technique, instrument counts, patient positioning, and assisting with OR case preparation. Candidates should have a Surgical Assistant program and relevant certifications; Mercy Health offers comprehensive benefits and development opportunities.