Operating Room Surgical Assistant (Part-Time)

Rush Oak Park Hospital; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 14,000 - 689,000; Part time

Job summary

Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park, IL seeks a surgical assistant for the Operating Room. This is a restricted part-time position (FTE <0.5) with a schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 8 hours per day. The role requires certification and entry-level experience to support surgeons and patient care in a fast-paced OR.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, equipment handling, patient positioning, safety, and teamwork to ensure high-quality care. CPR certification and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of medicine/surgical assistant program/AD in surgical technology with surgical assistant’s certification.
• Basic CPR Certification.
• Entry level experience.
• Good communication skills.
• Good time management.

Responsibilities

• Assists with surgical procedures within the O.R. environment.
• Technical competence with equipment; supplies and surgical instrumentation.
• Recognizes and utilizes safety precautions and procedures in performing operative procedures and handing instruments; positioning patients; etc.
• Demonstrates the skills and judgments necessary to provide direct care to patients under the direct supervision of licensed personnel.
• Maintains a therapeutic relationship to provide optimal customer/focused care.
• Communicates effectively with patients at a level appropriate to age and cognitive status, showing sensitivity to cultural diversity.
• Interacts effectively with peers and other hospital staff to foster positive working relationships.
• Works collaboratively with other members of the healthcare team to assure high levels of patient care.
• Follows CDC and AORN guidelines for hand washing and all safety procedures and is aware to follow isolation precaution.
• Participates as member of the team in Time outs and safety checks.
• Works as a team to assure that patients feel safe and well care for while being at ROPH.
• Responsible for the oversight and maintenance of supply inventories within the surgery department.
• Maintains current knowledge/certification (CPR Training)
• Performs specimen collection with appropriate attention to safety and accuracy.
• Anticipate needs of team members and keeps them informed.
• Documents accurately, timely, and at point-of-care when possible.

Skills

Good communication skills

Good time management

Entry level experience

Education

Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program with surgical assistant certification

Basic CPR Certification

Job description

Rush Oak Park Hospital in Oak Park, IL seeks a surgical assistant for the Operating Room. This is a restricted part-time position (FTE <0.5) with a schedule of 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, 8 hours per day. The role requires certification and entry-level experience to support surgeons and patient care in a fast-paced OR.

Responsibilities include assisting with procedures, equipment handling, patient positioning, safety, and teamwork to ensure high-quality care. CPR certification and strong communication skills are required.