Job Title: Surgical Assistant
Location: Cincinnati, OH 45219
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Shift: 4x10s | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM
Pay Rate: $48 – $53 per hour
"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking Surgical Assistant for an exciting job in Cincinnati, OH.
ResponsibilitiesAssist the surgeon during procedures by performing specific technical tasks under direct supervision.
Position patients to ensure optimal exposure for surgical procedures.
Provide visualization of the operative site through:
Placement and securing of retractors
Tissue manipulation and suctioning
Sponge packing and irrigation
Suture material handling (loops, tags, running sutures)
Utilize appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis and wound closure.
Perform subcutaneous and subcuticular closures with absorbable/non-absorbable materials.
Close skin using methods indicated by the surgeon (sutures, staples, etc.).
Administer postoperative subcutaneous local anesthetic injections as directed.
Select and apply wound dressings, including absorbent, occlusive, or immobilizing dressings.
Assist in securing drainage systems to tissue.
Act independently (when permitted) in harvesting veins, arteries, tendons, bone, and skin grafts.
Stay updated on new surgical technologies and practices relevant to assigned specialties.
Strong knowledge of human anatomy and physiology.
Excellent eye-hand coordination and manual dexterity.
Ability to stand for long periods during surgical procedures.
Sound judgment and application of scientific principles.
Demonstrated competency in relevant surgical skills (hospital-provided training may apply).
Minimum of 4 years of general surgical experience, including at least 2 years in a specialty area.
Required:
Associate’s degree in Surgical Assisting OR completion of an accredited Surgical Assisting program.
BLS certification (American Heart Association).
Preferred:
Certification as NSAA, CFA (AST), NCCPA (AAPA), or RNFA (NASC).
Completion of a CAAHEP-accredited Surgical Technology program OR equivalent experience (e.g., foreign medical graduate with 3+ years of U.S. surgical assistance experience).
For more details contact 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.
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