Surgical Assistant for DaVinci Robot & OR Support

UC Health; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

UC Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support surgeons before, during, and after procedures. The role focuses on enabling efficient, safe operations, maintaining sterile technique, and coordinating with the perioperative team to ensure optimal patient care.

The candidate will assist with robotic and laparoscopic cases, manage equipment and supplies, and participate in staff education as needed. A formal surgical assisting program and BLS certification are required, ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED plus formal surgical assisting training.
• Certification in an approved Surgical Assistant program within the first 12 months of employment.
• BLS certification; ACLS preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during surgical/invasive procedures: handle instruments, provide hemostasis, suction, exposure/retraction, tissue handling and suturing.
• Maintain sterile field and organize supplies; ensure compliance with aseptic technique.
• Anticipate needs of patient and surgeon; document care and participate in OR turnovers.
• Collaborate with perioperative team and RN to implement patient care plans.
• Assist in sterile processing with Davinci Robot trays and instrument tracking.

Skills

Anatomy knowledge

Instrument handling

Aseptic technique

Team collaboration

Patient assessment

Education

High school diploma or GED

Formal surgical assisting program

Associate degree (preferred)

Tools

Surgical instruments

Job description

UC Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support surgeons before, during, and after procedures. The role focuses on enabling efficient, safe operations, maintaining sterile technique, and coordinating with the perioperative team to ensure optimal patient care.

The candidate will assist with robotic and laparoscopic cases, manage equipment and supplies, and participate in staff education as needed. A formal surgical assisting program and BLS certification are required, ACLS preferred.