Surgical Assistant - Organ Recovery

Remote, Nationwide – Seeking Surgical Assistant

Everybody Has A Role To Play In Transforming Healthcare

As a Surgical Assistant, you play a vital role in our mission to improve lives. You will help lead and coordinate surgical operations and deliver hans-on suppport throughout the surgical procedure and organ recovery process. At Vituity we know the impact you can have.

Join the Vituity Team. At Vituity we’ve cultivated an environment where passion thrives, and success comes through shared purpose. We were founded in a culture that values team accomplishments more than individual achievements, an approach we call “culture of brilliance.” Together, we leverage our strengths and experiences to make a positive impact in our local communities. We foster this through shared goals and helping our colleagues succeed, and we also understand the importance of recognition, taking the time to show appreciation and gratitude for a job well done.

Vituity Locations: Vituity has opportunities at 900 practices across the country, serving 14.5+ million patients a year. With Vituity, if you ever need to move, you can take your job with you.

The Opportunity

• Lead the coordination and strategic planning for the procurement of surgical supplies, ensuring uninterrupted operations and compliance with organizational standards.
• Oversee the preparation and packing of critical supplies for the operating room, coordinating with recovery teams at designated locations.
• Manage the preparation of the operating room by overseeing the setup and functionality of all equipment, instruments, and sterile fields, confirming alignment with surgical protocols.
• Implement quality control procedures to verify the sterility, functionality, and inventory of surgical instruments and supplies before and after procedures.
• Maintain a well-prepared operating room by thoroughly cleaning, restocking, and verifying all instruments post-surgery.
• Assist in patient readiness processes, ensuring accurate identity verification, comprehensive documentation review, and proper informed consent, adhering to legal and ethical standards.
• Help position the patient for optimal surgical access.
• Accurately record and maintain detailed, real-time documentation of all activities and procedural steps throughout the organ recovery process, ensuring thorough and precise records to support compliance, transparency, and optimal outcomes
• Collaborate closely with the surgical team to review and synchronize on the procedural plan, promoting seamless coordination, shared understanding, and unwavering precision throughout the organ recovery process.
• Deliver proactive, hands-on support throughout the surgical procedure, ensuring:
  • Retracting tissue to provide a clear view for the surgeon.
  • Suctioning fluids and maintaining a clean surgical field.
  • Controlling bleeding by clamping or cauterizing blood vessels as directed.
  • Closing wounds by suturing or stapling under the surgeon’s guidance.
  • Assist in the handling and preparation of the organ, ensuring proper preservation techniques.
  • Monitor and ensure the functionality of surgical equipment.
  • Assist in closing incisions and applying dressings.
• Take responsibility for the preservation and preparation of donor organs, ensuring the application of advanced preservation techniques that meet or exceed industry standards.
• Ensure operational readiness by conducting thorough pre- and post-procedure equipment assessments and troubleshooting to maintain uninterrupted functionality.
• Accurately document surgical procedures and report any unusual occurrences, contributing to comprehensive patient care records and quality assurance.
• Act as a senior liaison between multidisciplinary teams, ensuring streamlined communication and coordination among surgeons, anesthesiologists, and nursing staff.
• Stay at the forefront of transplantation advancements by actively pursuing knowledge on protocols, techniques, and emerging technologies.
• Provide reliable on-call availability for donor recoveries, ensuring timely and effective response to urgent needs.
• Ensure strict compliance with all state, federal, and local laws, as well as organizational policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Lead efforts in the recovery of donor organs, adhering to Vituity client standards and maintaining the highest quality of care.
• Actively participate in hospital and medical staff committees addressing donor-related issues, fostering collaboration with affiliated transplant centers.
• Collaborate with the Vituity Quality and Operations teams to develop and refine best practice protocols, enhancing operational excellence.
• Partner with Clinical Operations Manager to train, mentor, and evaluate new team members, ensuring they meet professional and organizational standards.
• Handle donor organs with exceptional care, rigorously following preservation protocols to maintain optimal quality.
• Strategize and coordinate with transplant teams to optimize operational efficiency and success rates, emphasizing leadership in managing critical timelines and resources.
• Standard heart or lung recovery: $600 - $800 per case.
• DCD non-arrest/aborted/terminated: $400 - $600 per case.
• NRP or advanced procedures: $1,200 - $2,000 per case.
• Machine perfusion cannulation: $250 per procedure
• Travel time beyond 2 hours roundtrip: $50/hour (as applicable).
• Charter air avoidance or urgent mobilization: $500 per occurrence.
• This is a 1099 contract position.

Required Experiences and Competencies

• Must be local to Atlanta, Georgia.
• Previous Operating Room (O.R.) experience required.
• Certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or Certified First Assistant (CFA) through a recognized certifying body (e.g., National Surgical Assistant Association or National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting) required.
• Bachelor’s degree in health studies or related degree or an equivalent mix of education and experience that demonstrates the ability to perform the responsibilities of the role required.
• Experience in military service or comparable leadership roles is highly valued.
• Work within the same regional area as the Surgeon preferred.
• Familiarity with OPO operations and UNOS/OPTN policies preferred.
• Ability to remain calm and focused in high-pressure, time-sensitive situations.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Stamina for an irregular schedule of day, evening and night shifts as well as weekends and holidays.
• Ability to respond to medical and administrative staff in a timely manner.
• Demonstrated critical judgment skills.
• Ability to adhere to quality assurance guidelines.
• Demonstrated problem solving skills.
• Demonstrated planning skills.
• Ability to implement plans, decisions, and procedures.
• Ability to prioritize work.
• Demonstrated analytical thinking skills.
• Strong attention to detail.
• Skilled at time management.
• The ability to meet schedule and travel requirements.
• Ability to lift to 50 pounds with or without assistance.
• Knowledge of anatomy and aseptic technique.

The Community

Even when you are working remotely, you are an important part of the Vituity Community. We offer plenty of opportunities to engage with other Vitans through a variety of virtual meet-and-greets, events and seminars.

• Monthly wellness events and programs such as yoga, HIIT classes, and more.
• Trainings to help support and advance your professional growth.
• Team building activities such as virtual scavenger hunts and holiday celebrations.
• Flexible work hours.
• Opportunities to attend Vituity community events including LGBTQ+ History, Día de los Muertos Celebration, Money Management/Money Relationship, and more.

Benefits & Beyond*

Vituity cares about the whole you. With our comprehensive compensation and benefits package, we are mindful of what matters most, and support your needs of today and your plans for the future.

• Superior health plan options
• Dental, Vision, HSA/FSA, Life and AD&D coverage, and more
• Top Tier 401(k) retirement savings plans that offers a $1.20 match for every dollar up to 6% plus discretionary profit-sharing contributions (eligible January following 18 months of service)
• Outstanding Paid Time Off: Start at 4 weeks’ PTO, Paid holidays, Sabbatical
• Student Loan Refinancing Discounts
• Professional and Career Development Program
• EAP and travel assistance included
• Wellness program
• Commuter Benefits Program
• Purpose-driven culture focused on improving the lives of our patients, communities, and employees

Salary range for this role is $600 - $1000 per case. Please speak with a recruiter for more information.

We are unified around the common purpose of transforming healthcare to improve lives and we believe everyone has a role to play in that. When we work together across sites and specialties as an integrated healthcare team, we exceed the expectations of our patients and the hospitals and clinics we work in. If you are looking to make a difference, from clinical to corporate, Vituity is the place to do it. Come grow with us.

Vituity does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information (including family medical history), veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition, or any other basis protected by law. Vituity is committed to complying with all applicable national, state and local laws pertaining to nondiscrimination and equal opportunity.

*Benefits for part-time and per diem vary. Please speak to a recruiter for more information.

Applicants only. No agencies please.