Surgical Assistant

Loyola Medicine; Berwyn (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 74,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Tuition Reimbursement

On Site Fitness Center

Educational Stipend

Certification reimbursement

Referral Rewards

Career Development

Job summary

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a Chicago-area academic, quaternary care system. The Surgical Assistant role provides technical support under the surgeon to help achieve optimal patient outcomes during operations.

The position involves patient positioning, skin preparation, and visualization of the operative site, with duties including hemostasis, closure, and dressing applications. Compensation details reflect a full-time shift.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• 1-2 years of previous job-related experience.
• CPR-Basic Life Support required; Certified Surgical Assistant preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon under direct supervision to perform operations, including patient positioning and visualization of the operative site.
• Provide hemostasis, assist with closure of body planes, and apply dressings and splints.

Skills

CPR-BLS

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Employment Type:Full timeShift:Description:

Loyola Medicine, a member of Trinity Health, is a nationally ranked academic, quaternary care system based in Chicago's western suburbs. Loyola Medicine is part of a three-hospital system includingLoyola University Medical Center,Gottlieb Memorial Hospital, andMacNeal Hospital.

If you areinterested in working for a regional leader in healthcare, delivering compassionatecareand improving the lives of those in our communities, join the Loyola team and become Loyola Strong!

What you'll do:

The Surgical Assistant provides technical assistance, under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. Clinical skills performed will include positioning the patient, preparing the skin and providing visualization of the operative site. Assists with hemostasis, closure of body planes and selection and application of dressings and splints.

We offer our Surgical Assistants:

• Benefits from Day One
• Competitive Shift Differentials
• Career Development
• Tuition Reimbursement
• On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC)
• Educational Stipend
• Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
• Referral Rewards

What you'll need for this job:

• High School Diploma required. Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
• Required:1-2yearsofpreviousjob-relatedexperience
• Licensure/Certifications Required: CPR-BasicLifeSupport Preferred: CertifiedinSurgicalAssistant.

Compensation:

Pay Range: $32.25-$54.35 per hour

Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles.

Benefits:

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Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.