Surgical Assistant - Colorectal Surgery

Advocate Aurora Health

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 ph; bonus: $16,000 sign-on b...
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Aseptic surgical techniques
Operating room equipment operation
Patient positioning and draping
** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant for their Colorectal Surgery department. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive pay, benefits, and a sign-on bonus, focusing on providing essential support during surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile and safe environment. **

Job Summary

  • This role involves assisting the operating team with preparatory steps, maintaining a sterile field, and anticipating the surgeon's needs during colorectal procedures.
  • The position offers a $16,000 sign-on bonus, distance-based relocation assistance, and a full-time schedule from Monday to Friday with no weekend or call requirements.
  • Candidates must demonstrate advanced knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and aseptic techniques while potentially performing validated surgical activities like wound closure under direct or general supervision.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Advocate Aurora Health is seeking a Surgical Assistant for their Colorectal Surgery department. The position offers a full-time schedule with competitive pay, benefits, and a sign-on bonus, focusing on providing essential support during surgical procedures while maintaining a sterile and safe environment. **

Salary

Base: $35.50 - $53.25 per hour; Bonus: $16,000 Sign-on Bonus; Benefits: Comprehensive suite including health, retirement, and paid time off

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

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

Nice-to-have

  • Training new surgical assistants
  • Excellent customer service skills
  • Teamwork in department projects

Key Requirements

  • 3 years experience in Surgical Technologist or Assistant role
  • BLS certification required
  • CST, CSFA, or CSA certification within 12 months
  • Accredited Surgical Technology program completion
  • Ability to lift up to 50 lbs

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