Surgical Assistant – OR Support (Robotic)

University of Chicago Medicine; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University of Chicago Medicine is hiring a Surgical Assistant for the CCD Operating Room at the Hyde Park campus. This full-time, onsite role supports attending surgeons and the perioperative team to deliver safe, efficient surgical care and optimal outcomes.

The position requires completion of a formal Surgical Assistant training program, active certification (CSFA or CSA), and BLS, with licensure in Illinois. The team emphasizes patient safety and collaborative care.

Qualifications

• Completion of a formal Surgical Assistant educational or training program.
• Clinical education and training specific to surgical assisting responsibilities.
• Current CSFA certification through NBSTSA or CSA certification through NCCSA.
• Surgical Assistant licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment, sterile technique, and surgical procedures.
• Strong clinical judgment, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating room environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct surgical assistance under supervision of the attending surgeon.
• Prepare and identify instruments, equipment, and supplies needed for procedures.
• Assist with patient positioning, preparation, and draping.
• Provide tissue and organ retraction to maintain visualization.
• Assist with hemostasis using direct pressure, cauterization, and suture ligatures.
• Assist with incisions, trocar placement, and minimally invasive or robotic procedures as directed.
• Assist with clamping, ligating, and cutting tissue as appropriate.
• Assist with placement of drains, tubes, and wound dressings.
• Support the surgical team with patient transfers and anesthesia-related activities.
• Collaborate with perioperative team to support quality patient care.
• Maintain infection prevention and regulatory standards.

Skills

CSFA certification

CSA certification

BLS certification

Sterile technique

Teamwork

Communication

Clinical judgment

Fast-paced OR work

Education

Surgical Assistant educational program

Job description

University of Chicago Medicine is hiring a Surgical Assistant for the CCD Operating Room at the Hyde Park campus. This full-time, onsite role supports attending surgeons and the perioperative team to deliver safe, efficient surgical care and optimal outcomes.

The position requires completion of a formal Surgical Assistant training program, active certification (CSFA or CSA), and BLS, with licensure in Illinois. The team emphasizes patient safety and collaborative care.