Certified Surgical First Assistant

Your future role at a glance Location: Chicago, IL Facility: Ascension Saint Joesph Department: Surgery Schedule: Day shift | PRN Salary range: $44.00 - $46.00 per hour Life at Ascension: Where purpose meets opportunity Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you’ll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter. Benefits that help you thrive Retirement: 403(b) plan Well-being support: Employee Assistance Program, counseling and peer support, spiritual care and stress management resources How you’ll make an impact in this role Position patients to optimize surgical site exposure while using stabilizing equipment and ensuring patient comfort and safety. Support the surgical team by providing clear visualization of the operative site through tissue manipulation, retraction, suctioning, irrigation, and sponging. Employ appropriate techniques to achieve both temporary and permanent hemostasis throughout the procedure. Assist with body plane closure, the application of wound dressings, and the proper securing of drainage systems. Collaborate as a team member to prepare the surgical suite according to preference cards and assist with room cleanup, including the removal of soiled supplies and equipment. What minimum requirements you’ll need Licensure / Certification / Registration: BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. One or more of the following required: Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assistants (NBSTSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. Surgical Assistant credentialed from the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) obtained prior to hire date or job transfer date. 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. What additional preferences we’re seeking 3 or more years experience as Surgical First Assistant 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. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) ( poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) ( poster. E-Verify statement Employer participates in the Electronic Employment Verification Program. Please click here ( for more information. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ascension Health