Surgical Assistant

Health, Inc; Urbana (IL); On-site; USD 34,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Health, Inc is seeking a skilled perioperative professional to support surgeons during complex procedures in Urbana, Illinois. You will help maintain a sterile, organized environment and provide direct support to the surgical team before, during, and after operations, contributing to patient safety and improved outcomes.

Responsibilities include preparing equipment, maintaining documentation, and following established clinical protocols to ensure smooth workflow and optimal patient care.

Qualifications

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Compassionate, professional demeanor in high-acuity settings.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Solid understanding of sterile technique and surgical team processes.
• Effective teamwork, communication, and reliable clinical judgment.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons throughout operative procedures, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Prepare and maintain an organized, sterile surgical environment.
• Provide direct support to the surgical team before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established clinical protocols.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons and other healthcare professionals.

Skills

Attention to detail

Patient safety

Professional demeanor

Fast-paced environment

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical judgment

Job description

Support surgeons during complex surgical procedures while maintaining the highest standards of patient care. Contribute to a multidisciplinary, fast-paced environment by assisting with clinical tasks that help optimize patient outcomes and advance care practices.

Key Duties

• Assist surgeons throughout operative procedures, ensuring smooth workflow.
• Prepare and maintain an organized, sterile surgical environment.
• Provide direct support to the surgical team before, during, and after procedures.
• Maintain accurate documentation and follow established clinical protocols.
• Communicate effectively with surgeons and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications & Skills

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to patient safety.
• Compassionate, professional demeanor in high-acuity settings.
• Ability to perform in a fast-paced, multidisciplinary environment.
• Solid understanding of sterile technique and surgical team processes.
• Effective teamwork, communication, and reliable clinical judgment.