Job Title: Surgical Assistant
Location: Cincinnati, OH
Type: Contract
Pay Rate: $48 to $53/hr
Position Overview
Navitas Healthcare, LLC is seeking Surgical Assistant for an exciting Travel or Local job in Cincinnati, OH.
Job Responsibilities:
Positioning patients according to surgeon instructions for optimal exposure.
Providing visualization of the operative site using retractors, sponges, suction, and tissue manipulation.
Assisting with hemostasis and suturing using absorbable or non-absorbable materials.
Applying and securing postoperative wound dressings.
Supporting harvesting of veins, arteries, tendons, bone, and skin in applicable cases.
Staying current with relevant surgical techniques and technologies.
Skills
Extensive knowledge of anatomy and physiology
Excellent hand-eye coordination and ability to stand for long periods
Strong clinical judgment and adherence to safety protocols
Competency in surgical assistance techniques
Qualifications
Associate’s Degree in Surgical Assisting OR Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program
Foreign Medical Graduate with 3 years of Surgical Assistance experience in the US (evaluated on a case-by-case basis)
2+ years of experience as a Surgical Assistant
BLS (American Heart Association) – Required
Preferred: NSAA, CFA in the AST, or RNFA at the National Assistant at Surgery Certification (NASC)
For more details reach at mdeshpande@navitashealth.com
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.