Surgical First Assistant

Ascension; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 39,000 - 55,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off (PTO)

Health insurance options

Retirement benefits

Disability coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Community service involvement

Tuition reimbursement

Community volunteer opportunities

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Milwaukee, WI is seeking a Surgical Assistant to support surgeons during procedures. This part-time role requires certifications such as BLS within 30 days of hire and preferred credentialing from NBSTSA. Responsibilities include patient positioning, providing visualization during operations, and assisting with aftercare. Join a dedicated team at one of the largest non-profit health systems, providing compassionate care in local communities.

Qualifications

• Required: BLS certification within 30 days of hire.
• Preferred: Credentialing from the NBSTSA.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Position patients for optimal exposure and safety.
• Provide adequate visualization of the operative site.
• Achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure and wound dressings.
• Aid in room clean up after surgical cases.
• Prepare the surgical suite according to preferences.

Skills

BLS Provider certification

Surgical assistance

Patient positioning

Education

High School diploma or Equivalent

Associate’s or Technical degree

Job description

Details

• Department: Surgery
• Schedule: Part-Time
• Hospital: Columbia St. Mary's
• Location: Milwaukee, WI

Benefits

• Paid time off (PTO)
• Various health insurance options & wellness plans
• Retirement benefits including employer match plans
• Long-term & short-term disability
• Employee assistance programs (EAP)
• Parental leave & adoption assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures.
• Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety.
• Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate method, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation.
• Utilize appropriate technique to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis.
• Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems.
• Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case.
• Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon’s preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

Requirements

• BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted.
• Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.

Education

• High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate’s degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required.

Why Join Our Team

Ascension Wisconsin has been providing rewarding careers to healthcare professionals since 1848. Operating 17 hospital campuses and over 100 related healthcare facilities from Racine to Appleton, you will find opportunities that allow you to create a career path you love, all while delivering compassionate, personalized care to the communities we serve.

Ascension is a leading non-profit, faith-based national health system made up of over 134,000 associates and 2,600 sites of care, including more than 140 hospitals and 40 senior living communities in 19 states.

Our Mission, Vision and Values encompass everything we do at Ascension. Every associate is empowered to give back, volunteer and make a positive impact in their community. Ascension careers are more than jobs; they are opportunities to enhance your life and the lives of the people around you.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws.

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As a military friendly organization, Ascension promotes career flexibility and offers many benefits to help support the well-being of our military families, spouses, veterans and reservists. Our associates are empowered to apply their military experience and unique perspective to their civilian career with Ascension.

Please note that Ascension will make an offer of employment only to individuals who have applied for a position using our official application. Be on alert for possible fraudulent offers of employment. Ascension will not solicit money or banking information from applicants.

This Ministry does not participate in E-Verify and therefore cannot employ STEM OPT candidates.