Surgical Assistant

Trinity Health; Melrose Park (IL); On-site; USD 44,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits from Day One

Competitive Shift Differentials

Career Development Tuition Reimbursen​

On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Mem./

Job summary

Trinity Health in Melrose Park, IL is seeking a part-time Surgical Assistant to provide technical support under the surgeon's supervision during operations.

You will assist with positioning, skin prep, visualization of the operative area, hemostasis, and closure; the role includes benefits from day one, shift differentials, tuition reimbursement, and on-site fitness facilities.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma required.
• Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
• Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
• Licensure/Certifications Required: CPR - Basic Life Support
• Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.

Responsibilities

• Assist with surgical procedures under the surgeon's supervision.
• Position the patient, prepare the skin and visualize the operative site.
• Assist with hemostasis, closure of body planes, and application of dressings and splints.

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Employment Type: Part time Shift: Day Shift

Description: 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: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
• Licensure/Certifications Required: CPR - Basic Life Support
• Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.

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. Click or copy URL to your browser www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf

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. Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, faith-based health care systems in the nation. Together, we’re 121,000 colleagues and nearly 36,500 physicians and clinicians caring for diverse communities across 27 states. Nationally recognized for care and experience, our system includes 101 hospitals, 126 continuing care locations, the second largest PACE program in the country, 136 urgent care locations, and many other health and well-being services. Based in Livonia, Michigan, in fiscal year 2023, we invested $1.5 billion in our communities through charity care and other community benefit programs. For more information, visit http://www.trinity-health.org. You can also follow Trinity Health on LinkedIn.