Surgical Assistant

Surgical AssistantAs a Surgical Assistant at TriHealth, you play a critical role in delivering exceptional surgical care and improving patient outcomes. When you join our perioperative team, you're joining a trusted Cincinnati health system built on compassion, collaboration, clinical excellence, and continuous growth. Your advanced skills matter here — and so does your future.Location: 3125 Hamilton Mason Rd, Hamilton, OH 45011Schedule: PRNIncentives & Benefits: We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement. *PRN positions not eligible for TriHealth benefitsMinimum Job Requirements:Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational programBasic Life Support for Healthcare Providers (BLS)Professional certification (CRNFA, CSTFA, SA-C, CSFA, PA-C, or CSA) must be obtained within 12 months from date of employmentSurgical procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand-eye coordinationJob Overview:The surgical assistant works under the direction of an attending surgeon and performs duties in relation to pre-operative, operative and post-operative procedures as assigned by that attending surgeon.Job Responsibilities:Assists in performing surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon including positioning, prepping and draping patients.Demonstrates team work as evidenced by participation in set-up, clean-up and room turnover. Arrives promptly in the ORExhibits clinical and technical competency. Follows policies and procedures; responds appropriately in emergency situations.Knows out-patient procedure and adapts to changes in assignments. Supports the dept. philosophy of timely case turnover.Provides first or second assistance in surgery including handling tissue, providing exposure, using instruments, providing homeostasis and suturing.Working Conditions:Climbing - RarelyHearing: Conversation - FrequentlyHearing: Other Sounds - FrequentlyKneeling - RarelyLifting 50+ Lbs. - RarelyLifting <50 Lbs. - OccasionallyPulling - OccasionallyPushing - OccasionallyReaching - OccasionallySitting - OccasionallyStanding - FrequentlyStooping - OccasionallyTalking - FrequentlyUse of Hands - FrequentlyColor Vision - FrequentlyVisual Acuity: Far - FrequentlyVisual Acuity: Near - ConsistentlyWalking - FrequentlyTriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS BehaviorsAt TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:Serve: ALWAYS…• Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"• Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist• Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areasExcel: ALWAYS…• Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met• Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)• Work on improving quality, safety, and serviceRespect: ALWAYS…• Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.• Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.• Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.Value: ALWAYS…• Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.• Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.• Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.Engage: ALWAYS…• Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.• Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community