OR Surgical Assistant (RNFA/PA) On-Call Leader

Geauga_Medical_Center; Chardon (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals is seeking a Surgical Assistant, RNFA or Physician Assistant to support operating room procedures and perioperative care. The role includes intraoperative first and second assistant duties under physician supervision, with responsibilities spanning exposure, hemostasis, and closure to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The position supports a Monday–Friday schedule plus on-call requirements, including a 30-minute response window.

Qualifications

• Completion of accredited Surgical Assistant program.
• Master's degree from accredited PA program.
• National Certification Required (Surgical Assistant).
• Active license/board certification as applicable.

Responsibilities

• Provides intraoperative first and second assistant support.
• Assists with exposure, hemostasis, closure and intraoperative tasks.
• Performs preoperative and postoperative duties per perioperative needs.
• Collaborates with attending physicians to ensure safe patient care.

Skills

Surgical Assistant

First Assistant

Patient Care

Education

Accredited Surgical Assistant Program

PA education program

Job description

University Hospitals is seeking a Surgical Assistant, RNFA or Physician Assistant to support operating room procedures and perioperative care. The role includes intraoperative first and second assistant duties under physician supervision, with responsibilities spanning exposure, hemostasis, and closure to achieve optimal patient outcomes.

The position supports a Monday–Friday schedule plus on-call requirements, including a 30-minute response window.