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OR Surgical Assistant – Urbana, Illinois
The OR Surgical Assistant works as an integral member of the perioperative team, assisting surgeons during surgical procedures, primarily orthopedic surgeries. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, preparing instruments, assisting with surgical techniques, and ensuring patient safety. Key
Assist surgeons during orthopedic and other surgical procedures, including suctioning, retracting, tying sutures, and camera handling. Maintain sterile technique and follow aseptic practices and infection control protocols. Assist with patient positioning, surgical preparation, equipment setup, and instrument availability.
Perform wound closure and assist with surgical procedures within the scope of training and certification. Perform surgical scrubbing duties and support room turnover between procedures. Maintain surgical supplies, manage inventory, and ensure equipment readiness.
Collaborate with surgeons, registered nurses, and the operating room team to ensure safe and efficient surgical care. Support the training and precepting of students and other surgical personnel. Required
- Associate degree in Surgical Technology. Required
Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) through NBSTSA. Basic Life Support (BLS).
Day shift, 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM Hours: 40 hours per week
4 days per week, 10 hours per day Location: Urbana, Illinois Preferred Experience and
Orthopedic surgical experience Surgical instrumentation and sterile technique First-assist surgical procedures Suturing and wound closure Patient positioning and surgical preparation Operating room safety and infection prevention Surgical equipment and inventory management
About the role
The OR Surgical Assistant works as an integral member of the perioperative team, assisting surgeons during surgical procedures, primarily orthopedic surgeries. Responsibilities include maintaining a sterile environment, preparing instruments, assisting with surgical techniques, and ensuring patient safety.