Surgical First Assistant: Perioperative Expert

City of Hope; Zion (IL); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare organization in Zion seeks a Certified Surgical First Assistant to assist with vital surgical procedures under the direct supervision of surgeons. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile environments, and effective communication within the operating room. Qualifications include an Illinois Surgical Assistant license, CPR certification, and a 2-year associate degree or equivalent experience. This position provides a crucial support function in a high-energy surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Illinois licensure as a Registered Surgical Assistant and Surgical Technologist required.
• CPR card required.

Responsibilities

• Assist with procedures under the supervision of the operating surgeon.
• Ensure sterility of equipment for surgical cases.
• Maintain a clean and orderly environment in the perioperative department.

Skills

Suturing techniques

Safe tissue handling

Hemostasis

Communication

Critical thinking

Education

2-year associate degree or experience as an OR Tech

Tools

Clinical information systems

Job description

A prominent healthcare organization in Zion seeks a Certified Surgical First Assistant to assist with vital surgical procedures under the direct supervision of surgeons. The role involves ensuring patient safety, maintaining sterile environments, and effective communication within the operating room. Qualifications include an Illinois Surgical Assistant license, CPR certification, and a 2-year associate degree or equivalent experience. This position provides a crucial support function in a high-energy surgical environment.