Surgical Assistant - Luong Plastic Surgery

Twin Cities Orthopedics; Edina (MN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental & vision plans

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) with profit sharing

Employee assistance program

Fitness subsidy

Job summary

Luong Plastic Surgery, an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), seeks a Casual Surgical Assistant to join the Edina surgery center. You will support surgeons, maintain sterile conditions, position and transfer patients, and handle intraoperative tasks under physician directions.

Qualifications include completion of a surgical technology program and current BLS, with OR experience preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program preferred.
• One year of Operating Room experience in the last 3 years preferred.
• Current member of the A.S.T. preferred.
• Current BLS certification or completed upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Instruct staff on surgeon’s preferences for surgical procedure and confirm presence of the equipment and supplies for the scheduled procedure.
• Creates and maintains an aseptic surgical environment throughout the intraoperative process.
• Assists the surgeon(s) and other surgical team members with all phases of the surgical procedure, including room set up, patient transfer/positioning, assistance during procedure and dressing application. Perform surgical tasks as directed by the surgeon.
• Applies knowledge of surgical procedures to anticipate the needs of the surgeon(s) throughout the intraoperative phase.
• Demonstrates competency to operate all specialty instruments, supplies and equipment unique to the OR for all types of surgical procedures.

Skills

Patient care

Team coordination

Intraoperative support

Education

Surgical technology program

BLS certification

AST membership desired

Job description

Surgical Assistant - Luong Plastic Surgery

Job Category: Clinical Assistant & Scribe

The Surgical Assistant provides technical expertise and patient care assistance in the operating room.

This is a Casual position working out of our Edina location.

Luong Plastic Surgery is an operating division of Infinite Health Collaborative (i-Health), a group of local medical practices, owned and led by its physicians, on a mission to give patients more control over their healthcare.

Essential Functions:

• Instruct staff on surgeon’s preferences for surgical procedure and confirm presence of the equipment and supplies for the scheduled procedure.
• Creates and maintains an aseptic surgical environment throughout the intraoperative process.
• Assists the surgeon(s) and other surgical team members with all phases of the surgical procedure, including room set up, patient transfer/positioning, assistance during procedure and dressing application. Perform surgical tasks as directed by the surgeon.
• Applies knowledge of surgical procedures to anticipate the needs of the surgeon(s) throughout the intraoperative phase.
• Demonstrates competency to operate all specialty instruments, supplies and equipment unique to the OR for all types of surgical procedures.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Graduate from an accredited surgical technology program preferred.
• One year of Operating Room experience in the last 3 years preferred.
• Current member of the A.S.T. preferred.
• Current BLS certification or completed upon hire.

Benefits & Compensation:

• Actual starting pay will vary based on education, skills, and experience.
• We offer a comprehensive benefits package - to learn more clickhere .
  • Employees working 30+ hours per week (60 hours per pay period) are eligible for our Medical (w/Maternity Bundle), Dental & Vision plans, as well as Tuition Reimbursement.
  • All employees, regardless of hours, are eligible for 401(k) w/ Profit Sharing, Employee Assistance Program, Lifetime Fitness Subsidy, Car Rental discounts, Home, Auto, & Pet insurance savings programs & more.

Working Conditions:

• Frequentlylift up to 50 pounds independently and occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance.
• Requires the ability to stand, walk, bend, and move continuously throughout the shift.
• Must be able to frequently perform physical activities such as pushing, pulling, and reaching.
• Visual acuity to read electronic and paper documents.
• Auditory ability to participate in phone or video calls clearly.
• Manual dexterity to operate standard office equipment (e.g., computer, phone, printer).

Setting:

• Surgery Center

Ability to:

• Comply with company policies, procedures, practices, and business ethics guidelines.
• Comply with all applicable laws and regulations, (e.g. HIPAA, Stark, OSHA, employment laws, etc.)
• Demonstrate prompt and reliable attendance.
• Work at an efficient and productive pace, handle interruptions appropriately, and meet deadlines.Prioritize workload effectively.
• Communicate respectfully and professionally in face-to-face, phone and email interactions. Apply principles of logical thinking to define problems, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions.

Notes

• Revo/ i-Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. Reasonable accommodation may be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions. Applicants or employees who wish to request an accommodation may do so by emailing [e-mail]. For more information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission.
• Please note: This job description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required. Revo/ i-Health reserves the right to modify job duties or descriptions at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with applicable laws.

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