Job Title: Surgical Assistant
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45219
Pay Rate: $50 – $55/hour
Schedule: Day Shift – 4x10s (7:00 AM – 5:30 PM)
Department: Surgical Services / Operating Room (OR)
Job Summary:
We are seeking an experienced and highly skilled Surgical Assistant to join a dynamic surgical services team in Cincinnati, OH. This role plays a vital part in supporting surgeons during operative procedures, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and maintaining the highest standards of sterile technique and surgical care.
Key Responsibilities:
Position patients for surgical procedures under the direction of the surgeon
Facilitate clear visualization of the operative field through retraction, suctioning, sponging, and tissue manipulation
Handle sutures and assist in wound closure techniques (e.g., subcutaneous, subcuticular, staples)
Apply dressings and manage drainage systems post-procedure
Assist in harvesting veins, arteries, tendons, skin, and aid in grafts or closures as needed
Maintain the sterile field and adhere to all surgical safety protocols
Provide technical expertise and support to the surgeon throughout procedures
Contribute to pre-operative setup and post-operative care as necessary
Stay up to date with advances in surgical techniques and instrumentation
Qualifications:
Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Assistant
Preferred: 4 years of general surgical experience with at least 2 years in a specialty area
Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program
OR
Foreign Medical Graduate with at least 3 years of U.S. Surgical Assistant experience (case-by-case evaluation)
BLS Certification from the American Heart Association (required)
Preferred Certifications (not required but a plus):
NSAA (National Surgical Assistant Association)
CFA (Certified First Assistant through AST)
RNFA with certification from the National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)