Job Description:
Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system, UChicago Medicine, as aSurgical Assistantin our CCD Operating Room at our Hyde Park location. This is a full-time, 1.0 FTE, onsite opportunity.
What You'll Do:
Provide direct surgical assistance under the supervision and direction of the attending surgeon.
Prepare and identify specialized instruments, equipment, and supplies needed for surgical procedures.
Assist with patient positioning, preparation, and draping.
Provide tissue and organ retraction to maintain optimal surgical visualization.
Assist with maintaining hemostasis using appropriate surgical techniques, including direct pressure, cauterization, and suture ligatures.
Assist with incisions, trocar placement, and minimally invasive or robotic procedures as directed by the surgeon.
Assist with clamping, ligating, and cutting tissue as appropriate.
Assist with placement of surgical drains, tubes, and wound dressings.
Support the surgical team with patient transfers, anesthesia-related activities, and emergency response when needed.
Assist with the selection and display of surgical imaging during procedures.
Perform additional surgical and perioperative duties within the scope of practice and under the direction of the attending surgeon.
Maintain compliance with infection prevention, patient safety, and regulatory standards.
Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia professionals, and other perioperative team members to support quality patient care.
What You'll Need:
Completion of a formal Surgical Assistant educational or training program. Clinical education and training specific to surgical assisting responsibilities. Current Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) certification through NBSTSA or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) certification through NCCSA.Surgical Assistant licensure through the Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR).Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Demonstrated knowledge of surgical instruments, equipment, sterile technique, and surgical procedures. Strong clinical judgment, communication, teamwork, and organizational skills. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced operating room environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
Three to five years of experience in a clinical surgical specialty.
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
Experience supporting complex surgical procedures, including minimally invasive or robotic surgery.
Position Details
Location: UChicago Medicine - Hyde Park
Department: CCD Operating Room / Perioperative Services
Position Type: Full-Time, RegularFTE: 1.0Shift: Days
Work Schedule: 40 hours per week
Work Location: Onsite
