Surgical Assistant - OR Support & Procedure Aide

Advocate Health Care; Park Ridge (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Surgical Assistant to provide assistance during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining the surgical field, assisting in patient preparation, and utilizing surgical instruments.

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in this role and current CPR certification. The position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in high-stress environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years experience as a Surgical Assistant.
• Certification as a Surgical Assistant or equivalent.
• Ability to learn and use computer systems to manage patient information.
• Knowledge of emergency procedures and demonstrated proficiency.

Responsibilities

• Assist with specified surgical procedures for patients.
• Maintain a dry surgical field and hemostasis.
• Assist in preparation for surgical procedures using aseptic technique.
• Report equipment repair needs to manager.

Skills

Surgical anatomy knowledge

Verbal communication skills

Emergency procedure knowledge

Electrosurgical cautery operation

Computer system proficiency

CPR Certification

Job description

Advocate Health Care is seeking a Surgical Assistant to provide assistance during surgical procedures. Responsibilities include maintaining the surgical field, assisting in patient preparation, and utilizing surgical instruments.

Candidates must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in this role and current CPR certification. The position requires effective communication skills and the ability to work in high-stress environments.