OR Surgical Assistant — Hands-On Perioperative Support

Cleveland Clinic; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 51,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Operating Room team seeks a PRN Surgical Assistant to support procedures and patient care in a high‑caliber perioperative environment.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree, formal Surgical Assistant training, appropriate certifications within the first year, and at least two years of peri‑operative experience in an acute care setting. Eligible candidates must be able to work varied daytime hours and maintain strict sterile technique.

Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree required.
• Graduate of a formal Surgical Assistant program.
• Certification within first year of hire (CSFA/CSA/SA-C/BLS).
• Two years of peri-operative practice in an acute care facility.

Responsibilities

• Assist with critical procedures and training-related tasks.
• Anticipate needs of surgeon and team for procedures.
• Maintain sterile technique and infection control.
• Prepare for procedures by safety checks and equipment prep.
• Support Surgeon during procedures with instrumentation and hemostasis.
• Maintain sterile field and manage wound closure and drains.
• Perform duties incident to the surgical procedure under supervision.

Skills

Surgical teamwork

Attention to sterile technique

Patient advocacy

Communication

Education

Associate’s Degree

Graduate of a formal Surgical Assistant program

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Akron General's Operating Room team seeks a PRN Surgical Assistant to support procedures and patient care in a high‑caliber perioperative environment.

The role requires an Associate’s Degree, formal Surgical Assistant training, appropriate certifications within the first year, and at least two years of peri‑operative experience in an acute care setting. Eligible candidates must be able to work varied daytime hours and maintain strict sterile technique.