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Trinity Health · Melrose Park, IL

Surgical Assistant

TypePart time
ScheduleDays
Experience1-2 yrs
EducationHS diploma
PostedOct 12
✓You’ll need
Certifications
CPR - Basic Life Support Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.
Education
✓High School Diploma required.
Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
Qualifications
✓1-2 years of previous job-related experience
+Benefits
Benefits from day oneTuition assistanceShift differentials
Trinity Health
Nonprofit · Livonia, MI · 107 hospitals · 17 states
5,863open roles
10 miMelrose Park to Chicago
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✓You’ll need
Certifications
CPR - Basic Life Support Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.
Education
✓High School Diploma required.
Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
Qualifications
✓1-2 years of previous job-related experience
+Benefits
Benefits from day oneTuition assistanceShift differentials
Trinity Health
Nonprofit · Livonia, MI · 107 hospitals · 17 states
5,863open roles
10 miMelrose Park to Chicago
Want the next healthcare job in Illinois by email?
Weekly, free, unsubscribe with one click.

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Day Shift Description:

The Surgical Assistant provides technical assistance, under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. Clinical skills performed will include positioning the patient, preparing the skin and providing visualization of the operative site. Assists with hemostasis, closure of body planes and selection and application of dressings and splints.

We offer our Surgical Assistants: Benefits from Day One Competitive Shift Differentials Career Development Tuition Reimbursement On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC) Educational Stipend Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification) Referral Rewards What you'll need for this job: High School Diploma required. Preferred: High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience Licensure/Certifications Required: CPR - Basic Life Support Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.

$32.25-$54.35 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Click or copy URL to your browser www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings.

By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

About the role

The Surgical Assistant provides technical assistance, under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. Clinical skills performed will include positioning the patient, preparing the skin and providing visualization of the operative site. Assists with hemostasis, closure of body planes and selection and application of dressings and splints.