First Assist, Certified Main OR

Operating Room Surgical Assistant

To improve the health of the communities we serve through contemporary, innovative, quality healthcare solutions.

Schedule: Full Time

Operating Room

• Freeman Health System’s main operating room has nine surgical suites and offers a variety of specialties including gynecology, ear, nose and throat, orthopedics, cosmetic and neurosurgery.
• In this fast-paced procedural area, the staff uses their experience, knowledge, and skills to work as a team to take patient care to the next level of patient safety and satisfaction.
• We offer an in-depth individualized orientation process to prepare employees for success in the perioperative setting.

What You'll Do

Under the direct supervision of the surgeon, performs surgical interventions of assigned patients within the operating room suite. Ability to perform tasks as assigned by the surgeon including but not limited to suturing, assisting at the surgical field, and achieving hemostasis. Ability to perform proficiently in the scrub technician role, as needed and directed by the charge RN.

Requirements

• Current license/certificate as first assist.

• AHA BLS for healthcare providers within 180 days.

Freeman Perks and Programs

• For eligible full time and part time employees Freeman offers a wide variety of career opportunities, a great work culture and generous benefits, most starting day one!
• Health, vision, dental insurance
• Retirement with employer match
• Wellness program with discounts to health insurance or cash bonus with participation
• Milestone payments with longevity of employment
• Paid time off (PTO) or flex time off (FTO)
• Extended sick pay
• Learning center designated only for Freeman family members
• Payroll deduction at different locations such as The Daily Grind, Freeman Gift Shop, cafeteria, etc.