Surgical Assistant - Main Operating Room

Location: Good Samaritan Hospital Schedule Full‑time position – 72 hours bi‑weekly Day shift Rotating weekends and on‑call commitment Incentives & Benefits $18,000 Sign‑on Bonus (For external candidates) 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. Minimum Job Requirements Graduate of an approved technical, professional, or vocational program Basic 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 employment Surgical procedures, extensive knowledge of A&P, excellent hand‑eye coordination Job 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 teamwork as evidenced by participation in set‑up, clean‑up and room turnover. Arrives promptly in the OR. Exhibits 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 hemostasis and suturing. Other Job-Related Information May be used in other capacities to meet departmental needs. Working Conditions Climbing – Rarely Hearing: Conversation – Frequently Hearing: Other Sounds – Frequently Kneeling – Rarely Lifting 50+ Lbs. – Rarely Lifting Pulling – Occasionally Pushing – Occasionally Reaching – Occasionally Sitting – Occasionally Standing – Frequently Stooping – Occasionally Talking – Frequently Use of Hands – Frequently Color Vision – Frequently Visual Acuity: Far – Frequently Visual Acuity: Near – Consistently Walking – Frequently #J-18808-Ljbffr