Surgical Assistant

Overview

We’re excited to welcome Tri Health Clinton Regional Hospital to our system—marking a new chapter in our shared mission to deliver exceptional care and strengthen our regional network.

Location Advantage:
Country Living with City Access. Tri Health Clinton Regional Hospital (CMH) is located at 610 W Main St, Wilmington, OH 45177 and it is a 165-bed hospital located in the heart of Wilmington, Ohio—a charming community that offers the tranquility and friendliness of country living. Nestled in a scenic rural setting, Wilmington provides a peaceful lifestyle with easy access to urban amenities.

It’s centrally located just an hour’s drive from three of Ohio’s major metropolitan areas:
Cincinnati, Dayton, and Columbus. This location allows healthcare professionals to enjoy a relaxed pace of life while staying connected to vibrant city culture, entertainment, and career opportunities.

• Full Time, 72 hours biweekly
• Day shift

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.

• 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

• Assists in performing surgical procedures under the direct supervision of the surgeon including positioning, prepping and draping patients.
• Demonstrates team work 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 homeostasis and suturing.

May be used in other capacities to meet departmental needs

• Climbing - Rarely
• Hearing:
  Conversation - Frequently
• Hearing:
  Other Sounds - Frequently
• Kneeling - Rarely
• Lifting 50+ Lbs.
  
  - Rarely
• Lifting