Surgical Assistant: OR Support & Growth Path

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

403(b) plan with employer contribution

Medical, dental, vision benefits

Paid time off and leave

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support care for patients undergoing procedures under physician supervision. This entry‑level role emphasizes learning and growth within the surgical team.

The position covers sterile technique, instrument handling, and assisting in various operative steps under direct supervision. Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of a surgical assistant program, with licensing as noted.

Qualifications

• Monitor patient conditions during treatment.
• Completes specific, routine tasks.
• Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skills.
• May operate basic equipment.
• Ability to follow instructions.

Responsibilities

• Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving per policy.
• Acts as first/second assist on cases.
• Maintains sterile technique and instrument counts.
• Protects patient information and participates in safety protocols.
• Assists with case preparation and sterile field management.
• May assist with catheterization and wound care as directed.

Skills

Monitor patient conditions

Attention to detail

Teamwork

Critical thinking

Communicates clearly

Work under pressure

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Surgical Assistant Program

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health in Cincinnati, OH is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support care for patients undergoing procedures under physician supervision. This entry‑level role emphasizes learning and growth within the surgical team.

The position covers sterile technique, instrument handling, and assisting in various operative steps under direct supervision. Requirements include a high school diploma and completion of a surgical assistant program, with licensing as noted.