Surgical PA - Operating Room First Assistant

Capital Health System, Inc.; United States; On-site; USD 85,000 - 127,000; Full time

Job summary

Capital Health System, Inc. is a leading regional health system delivering comprehensive patient care with two hospitals and an extensive network. This role supports surgical teams and patient care through direct operative assistance and coordinated care planning.

The position emphasizes adherence to quality improvement processes, thorough documentation, and compassionate patient interaction within a full-time schedule.

Responsibilities

• Performs histories, physical examinations and ongoing patient assessments.
• Assists surgeon in operative procedures and maintains sterile technique.
• Orders laboratory, radiology and diagnostic studies and explains procedures to patients.
• Participates in hospital quality improvement processes and care standards.
• Assists in case preparation, positioning, preoperative, intraoperative and postoperative tasks.

Job description

Capital Health System, Inc. is a leading regional health system delivering comprehensive patient care with two hospitals and an extensive network. This role supports surgical teams and patient care through direct operative assistance and coordinated care planning.

The position emphasizes adherence to quality improvement processes, thorough documentation, and compassionate patient interaction within a full-time schedule.