Surgical Assistant - Ortho Specialty

Advocate Aurora Health

Milwaukee, Wisconsin, United States
Base: $35.50 - $53.25 ph; bonus: $16,000 sign-on b...
Not specified (potentially onsite)
Aseptic surgical techniques
Operating room equipment operation
Patient positioning and draping
Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant specializing in orthopedics to join their team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role requires participation in surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments, and assisting surgeons, with a strong emphasis on advanced surgical techniques and patient care

Job Summary

  • The role involves participating in preparatory steps of surgery and assisting the operating team with gathering supplies and preparing the patient.
  • Candidates must be able to perform validated competencies such as wound closure and application of tourniquets under specific supervision levels.
  • The position offers a $16,000 sign-on bonus eligible with distance-based relocation and competitive pay ranging from $35.50 to $53.25 per hour.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 85

Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant specializing in orthopedics to join their team in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. The role requires participation in surgical procedures, maintaining sterile environments, and assisting surgeons, with a strong emphasis on advanced surgical techniques and patient care.

Salary

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 per hour; Bonus: $16,000 sign-on bonus; Benefits: Full-time benefits including health, dental, vision, retirement match, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Aseptic surgical techniques
  • Operating room equipment operation
  • Patient positioning and draping
  • Anticipating surgeon needs
  • Wound closure and suturing

Nice-to-have

  • Training new surgical assistants
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Computer proficiency for learning modules

Key Requirements

  • 3 years experience in Surgical Technologist or Surgical Assistant
  • BLS certification required
  • CST certification required within 12 months
  • CSFA or CSA certification required within 12 months
  • Completion of accredited Surgical Technology program

Work Rights

Not specified

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