Join our dynamic team at UH Portage Medical Center, the leading healthcare provider in our county! We're seeking a Surgical Assistant, Physician Assistant or RN First Assist to join our Operative Services team. As a 5-Star CMS hospital and Leapfrog Grade A recipient, we offer top-notch quality care. Our collaborative atmosphere and community-focused approach make us stand out. Many of our team members are also residents of the community we serve, further strengthening our commitment to treating every patient like family and neighbors.

Apply and speak to one of our recruiters regarding our increased pay & benefits offerings including sign on bonus offerings up to $5,000!

A Brief Overview
The Surgical Assistant works under the direction and supervision of the attending physician to provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. Performs preoperative and postoperative duties to meet needs of the patient during the perioperative period. Provides technical 1st and 2nd assistance for surgical procedures.

What you will do

* Provides intraoperative technical functions in all facets of the first assistant role.

* Displays knowledge of the anatomy and physiology of the human body while delivering safe patient care.

* Establishes and maintains a safe perioperative environment.

* Supports the perioperative area as assigned per entity.

Education Qualifications

* Other Accredited Program Completion of an accredited Surgical Assistant Program required.