Travel Surgical First Assistant (SFA) - $2,369 per week in Cleveland, OH

Required experience includes orthopedics, neuro/orthopedic spine, general/robotics, urology/gyn, and vascular surgeries. Maintaining clinical competence in the pre-operative assessment and intraoperative tasks as a First Assistant is essential.

Job Title: Surgical Assistant/First Assist Profession: Surgical Assistant/First Assist Specialty: OR Tech Duration: 13 weeks Shift: Monday-Friday Hours per Shift: 8.0 Experience: - Three years previous experience as a Surgical Assistant - At least one year of travel experience License: - Graduate of an accredited program in Surgical Assistant or International Medical Graduate Certifications: - CPR certification required Must-Have: - Knowledge of surgical anatomy and physiology - Proficient in operative techniques relative to surgical procedures - Understanding of principles of asepsis and infection control Description: The Surgical Assistant works under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The Surgical Assistant must be knowledgeable in surgical anatomy and physiology. They must demonstrate proficiency in operative techniques relative to surgical procedures. Maintaining clinical competence in the pre-operative assessment and intraoperative tasks as a First Assistant is essential. The Surgical Assistant is responsible for patient preparation and assistance during surgical procedures. Required experience includes orthopedics, neuro/orthopedic spine, general/robotics, urology/gyn, and vascular surgeries. Candidates should be focused on reducing surgical supply expenses by minimizing waste. Adherence to established infection prevention standards and practices is crucial. Active participation in the "Time Out" process on all surgical cases prior to incision is required.