Surgical Care Assistant II

Penn Medicine; Chester (Delaware County); On-site; USD 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Penn Medicine is seeking a Surgical Care Assistant II to provide essential patient care within a surgical environment under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. This full-time role emphasizes maintaining patient safety and infection control while assisting with surgical procedures. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or GED and Basic Cardiac Life Support certification.

Qualifications

• Basic Cardiac Life Support required.
• Education requirement: H.S. Diploma/GED.
• Experience in a surgical environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
• Performs scrubbing duties and assists with surgical procedures.
• Maintains a sterile field and advocates for patients.

Skills

Patient Care

Infection Control

Customer Service

Education

H.S. Diploma/GED

Job description

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Full Time Surgical Care Assistant II

Summary:

• Provides patient care under the supervision of a Registered Nurse. Supports the operation of the nursing unit, maintains a sterile field, assists with surgical procedures, and provides excellent customer service to patients and families.

Responsibilities:

• Provides age-appropriate care, supports patient safety, maintains confidentiality, and advocates for patients.
• Performs scrubbing duties, assists with positioning and skin preps, transports specimens, supports anesthesia staff, and ensures infection control practices.
• Assists in room setup, equipment handling, patient positioning, and surgical preparation.
• Participates in quality improvement, communicates effectively with team members, and maintains a safe environment.

Credentials:

• Basic Cardiac Life Support (Required)

Education or Equivalent Experience:

• H.S. Diploma/GED (Required)

We believe that the best care for our patients starts with the best care for our employees. Our employee benefits programs help our employees get healthy and stay healthy. Penn Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer.