Surgeon's Assistant

Join the Cleveland Clinic team, where you will work alongside passionate caregivers and provide patient-first healthcare.

Cleveland Clinic is recognized as one of the top hospitals in the nation. At Cleveland Clinic, you will work alongside passionate and dedicated caregivers, receive endless support and appreciation, and build a rewarding career with one of the most respected healthcare organizations in the world.

The Surgeon's Assistant provides primary and secondary assistance to the surgeon during operative procedures. You will actively supports the various members of the surgical team in providing quality care and services to the perioperative patient.

Your duties include but are not limited to :

• Assisting with the transportation of patients to and from the surgical pavilion as required.
• Practicing body substance precautions according to established guidelines.
• Promoting a positive atmosphere in the work place by demonstrating respect, dignity and integrity for all employees and co-workers.
• Maintaining current knowledge of operating room issues. Attends weekly / monthly departmental meetings and in-service programs.
• Performing appropriate surgical skin preparation for assigned procedures.

The future caregiver is someone who :

• Has good verbal communication skills.
• Can maintain professional relationships with coworkers
• Can comprehend and follow through with detailed instructions.
• Can schedule and manage tasks effectively.
• Is experience with conflict resolution and problem-solving.

This is a rewarding opportunity that offers growth-oriented projects, mentorship, support, and resources. You will experience great exposure to both the institute and department leadership and have numerous opportunities for career growth.

At Cleveland Clinic, we know what matters most. That's why we treat our caregivers as if they are our own family, and we are always creating ways to be there for you.

Here, you'll find that we offer : resources to learn and grow, a fulfilling career for everyone, and comprehensive benefits that invest in your health, your physical and mental well-being and your future.

When you join Cleveland Clinic, you'll be part of a supportive caregiver family that will be united in shared values and purpose to fulfill our promise of being the best place to receive care and the best place to work in healthcare.

Job Description :

• Demonstrates working knowledge of aseptic technique, its surgical application and associated standards of care.
• Demonstrates working knowledge of the physiological and anatomical aspects of assigned surgical procedures.
• Reviews the patient medical chart and associated documentation to include : the H&P, tests / laboratory findings, x-ray and EKG results and consent forms.

Relays pertinent information and contraindicates to the appropriate surgical team members.

• Under the direct supervision of the attending staff surgeon, functions as first and / or second assistant during operative procedures.
• Provides assistance to the operating room team. Participates in positioning of the surgical patient and setting up required equipment.
• Manages time effectively. Attends to on-call responsibilities as assigned and complies with the hospitals attendance policy.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Follows Hospital and department policies and procedures with special attention to attendance and punctuality, confidentiality, dress code and display of ID badge, and safety.
• Completes mandatory education and training in order to maintain organization and department-specific competencies and requirements.

Education :

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program OR
• Completion of the Registered Nurse First Assist (RNFA) course.

Certifications :

• BLS from AHA required
• Prefer Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) from National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical assisting (NBSTSA).

Complexity of Work :

• Maintains competencies specific to patient population served.
• Ability to work under extreme stress and distractions.

Work Experience :

• Must have at least three years of on-the-job surgery training to substitute for formal training as Surgical Assistant or Registered Nurse First Assist.
• Completion of military surgical technology program will meet the requirements of an accredited Surgical training program.

Physical Requirements :

• Have exceptional dexterity and quick response ability.
• Requires full range of body motion including handling and lifting patient, manual and ginger dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Requires standing and walking for extended periods of time.
• Requires corrected vision and hearing to normal range.
• Requires working under stressful conditions and irregular hours.
• Exposure to communicable diseases and / or body fluids.
• Able to safely transport patients on stretchers to bed using good body mechanics.
• Works extended hours as necessary.

Personal Protective Equipment :

Follows Standard Precautions using personal protective equipment as required.

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Because we value each individual candidate, we invite and encourage each candidate to discuss salary / hourly specifics during the application and hiring process.