Orthopedic OR Surgical Assistant - First-Assist Expert

Ortholonestar; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Ortholonestar in Texas is seeking a Licensed Surgical Assistant to support orthopedic surgeons in the operating room. The role requires providing first-assisting services, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring smooth workflow across procedures.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, tissue handling, wound closure, and post-operative coordination, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced surgical setting.

Qualifications

• Current and unrestricted Texas Surgical Assistant License or licensure required to practice in Texas.
• Graduate of an accredited surgical assisting program or equivalent qualifying education and training.
• Current BLS certification required.
• Orthopedic surgical experience preferred.
• Knowledge of sterile technique, surgical procedures, instrumentation, and operating room safety standards.

Responsibilities

• Serve as a surgical first assistant during operative procedures performed by the assigned physician.
• Assist with positioning, prepping, and draping patients for surgical procedures.
• Provide exposure of the operative field through appropriate retraction and other approved techniques.
• Assist with tissue handling, suctioning, hemostasis, and other surgical techniques as directed by the surgeon.
• Assist with closure of surgical wounds, including suturing, stapling, and application of dressings as permitted by licensure, training, and physician direction.
• Assist with placement of splints, braces, dressings, and other postoperative devices.
• Anticipate the surgeon’s needs to promote efficiency and patient safety.
• Maintain sterile technique and compliance with infection-control and safety standards.
• Assist with coordination of postoperative care and communication with the clinic team.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Independent work

Manual dexterity

Education

Accredited surgical assisting program

Tools

EMR systems

Surgical instruments

Job description

Ortholonestar in Texas is seeking a Licensed Surgical Assistant to support orthopedic surgeons in the operating room. The role requires providing first-assisting services, maintaining sterile technique, and ensuring smooth workflow across procedures.

Responsibilities include patient positioning, tissue handling, wound closure, and post-operative coordination, with an emphasis on safety and efficiency in a fast-paced surgical setting.