Cardiovascular Technologist (CVOR Tech)

Surgical Assistant/First Assist

City/State: Middleburg Heights, Ohio

Shift: 8 Hour Flex, 07:00:00-15:00:00

Contract Length: 12.7 weeks

Start Date: 08/31/2026

Job Description:

The Surgeon's Assistant works under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The SAs must be knowledgeable in surgical anatomy and physiology, operative technique relative to surgical procedure and principles of asepsis and infection control. Maintains clinical competence in the pre-op assessment and intraoperative proficient as a First Assistant, responsible for patient prep and operation during the surgical procedure.

Responsibilities:

• Appropriately and efficiently assists with all surgical specialties.
• Actively participates in room turnover.
• Demonstrates proper positioning, draping, and prepping procedures.
• Contributes to reducing surgical supply expense by reducing waste.
• Follows AORN Standards and Recommended Practices for Infection Prevention.
• Engages in the "Time Out" on all surgical cases prior to incision utilizing the Universal Protocol.

Requirements:

• Three (3) years previous experience as a Surgical Assistant (SA).
• At least one (1) year of travel experience.
• Graduate of an accredited program in PA/SA or International Medical Graduate.
• CPR certification required.
• Required experience in ortho, neuro/ortho spine, general/robotics, urology/gyn, and vascular.
• Completion of Net Learning modules within one week of receiving confirmation form/acceptance.