Surgical Assistant

Pride Health; Minnesota; On-site; USD 68,880 - 75,768; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive healthcare coverage

401(k) retirement savings

Life and disability insurance

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

A healthcare staffing company is seeking a Surgical Assistant to provide critical support during operative procedures across various specialties. The role involves assisting surgeons, maintaining aseptic techniques, and ensuring high-quality patient care. Ideal candidates should have graduated from an accredited Surgical Assistant Program and possess strong interpersonal skills. Preferred certifications include CSA and CSFA. This position offers a competitive weekly salary and a focus on patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency in surgical assisting techniques and sterile practices.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable and fast-paced perioperative environments.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon as the first assistant during operative procedures.
• Demonstrate expert understanding of surgical anatomy and procedural steps.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique for patient safety.

Skills

Surgical assisting techniques

Instrumentation

Aseptic practices

Interpersonal communication

Critical thinking

Education

Graduate of accredited Surgical Assistant Program

Job description

Job Title: Surgical Assistant

Shift: 5x8 Days (Mon-Fri, 10-hour shifts, 7 and 9 AM)

Contract Duration: 37 weeks

Weekly Gross: $2200 Weekly Gross

Base Pay Range

$50.00/hr - $55.00/hr

Job Summary – Surgical Assistant

The Surgical Assistant (SA) provides critical support to surgeons and physicians during operative procedures across a wide range of surgical specialties. The SA demonstrates advanced knowledge of human surgical anatomy, surgical techniques, aseptic principles, and perioperative standards. The role requires strong technical proficiency in suturing, handling surgical instruments, and positioning patients for surgery. The Surgical Assistant anticipates the needs of the surgeon and helps ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care within a multidisciplinary perioperative environment. Clinical coverage may include general surgery, orthopedics, neurosurgery, spine, ENT/radical neck, gynecology, urology, cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, trauma, plastics, colorectal, and pediatric surgery.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon/physician as the first assistant during operative procedures.
• Demonstrate expert understanding of surgical anatomy, procedural steps, and intraoperative techniques.
• Perform advanced technical functions such as suturing, wound closure, hemostasis, and proper use of surgical instruments.
• Assist with patient positioning, prepping, and draping under aseptic guidelines.
• Anticipate surgeon needs and provide instruments and supplies efficiently and safely.
• Maintain strict adherence to aseptic technique and infection prevention standards.
• Collaborate closely with the surgical team to maintain smooth workflow and patient safety.
• Ensure accurate count of instruments, sponges, and supplies when applicable.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesiology staff, and other team members.
• Adapt to rapidly changing clinical situations and respond appropriately to intraoperative emergencies.
• Participate in quality improvement, safety initiatives, and perioperative policy compliance.
• Assist with postoperative patient care tasks as delegated.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Demonstrated competency in surgical assisting techniques, instrumentation, and sterile practices.
• Ability to adapt to unpredictable and fast-paced perioperative environments.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly, empathetically, and professionally.
• Patient-centered and customer-focused communication style.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while functioning effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Strong critical thinking, situational awareness, and ability to anticipate surgical needs.

Preferred Certifications

• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) – National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA)
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) – National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)

Education Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program.
• Relevant operating room experience within the past three (3) years.

Licensure & Certification Requirements

• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers through the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Travelers must have

• BLS
• CSA or CSFA certification

About Pride Health

Pride Health is Pride Global’s healthcare staffing branch, providing recruitment solutions for healthcare professionals and organizations since 2010. As a minority‑owned business, we take pride in connecting skilled healthcare talent with rewarding opportunities while fostering diversity, integrity, and professional growth.

Our benefits include comprehensive healthcare coverage, 401(k) retirement savings, life and disability insurance, employee assistance programs, and discounts with preferred vendors.

Interested? Apply now!