Surgical Assistant

FCI IL River North, 900 N Kingsbury St, Suite RW6, Chicago, IL 60610. Opportunity Overview Immediate opening for a Surgical Assistant to support our Chicago, Illinois office at 361 W. Chestnut. Schedule: Per Diem; variable schedule, 4 to 8 shifts per month Compensation: $22 to $25 per hour (commensurate with experience) Responsibilities Implement technical components of patient care under the supervision of a licensed LIP according to established policies, procedures, and protocols Participate in all aspects of the clinical process to support the delivery of patient care and completion of required activities Maintain responsibility for patient safety at all times Communicate patients' operative status to appropriate team members Prepare and ensure availability of instruments, supplies, and equipment for assigned surgical procedures Participate in preoperative assessment and surgical planning Recognize safety hazards and initiate appropriate preventative and corrective actions Provide surgical exposure through the appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suctioning, and sponging techniques Handle and dissect tissues in collaboration with the surgeon Clamp blood vessels, coagulate bleeding points, ligate vessels, and perform related procedures in collaboration with the surgeon Perform suturing of muscle, fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and skin in collaboration with the surgeon Place surgical drains as indicated Assist with cannulation and decannulation procedures as needed Serve as an educator, mentor, consultant, and resource to colleagues and other healthcare professionals Act as a patient advocate while maintaining privacy and confidentiality of all appropriate information Qualifications Certification from the American Board of Surgical Assistants; or six months to one-year related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience At least one year med/surg experience preferred Ability to provide direction to others that is clear, concise, and promotes efficiency Ability to communicate well with patients, families, medical staff, co-workers, etc. Right Person Team members who are most successful at US Fertility embrace our mission, live our values, and remain committed to continuous improvement—for themselves, their colleagues, and the patients we serve. What We Offer Competitive, comprehensive benefits package designed to support our team members—professionally and personally—across all employment types. Medical, dental, and vision insurance 401(k) with company match Tuition assistance and professional development support Performance-based bonus opportunities Generous paid time off, paid holidays, and paid parental leave Life and disability benefits Fertility Discount Program Employee wellness and recognition programs Commitment to Inclusion and Opportunity US Fertility and its network partners believe that a diverse workforce is essential to fulfilling our mission of expanding patient access to the highest standards of fertility care. We are committed to equitable and inclusive hiring practices that ensure our clinical and operational teams reflect and support the diverse communities and patients we serve. Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor. #J-18808-Ljbffr