GENERAL SUMMARY:

Provide direct assistance to surgeons during surgical procedures. Position patient to give best exposure for surgical procedure, using stabilizing equipment when necessary, while maximizing patient comfort and safety. Provide visualization of the operative site using appropriate methods, including manipulation of tissue and materials, retraction, sponging, suctioning and irrigation. Utilize appropriate techniques to achieve temporary and permanent hemostasis. Assist with body plane closure, application of wound dressings and securing of drainage systems. Assist in room clean up and the removal of the soiled case cart, supplies, and trash from OR room as needed at the completion of the surgical case. Participate as a surgical team member in the preparation of the surgical suite according to surgeon's preference cards with appropriate instruments, resources and supplies.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Henry Ford Heath St John Hospital – Detroit Rotating Shift  

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

High School diploma equivalency with 2 years of cumulative experience OR Associate's 
degree/Technical degree OR 4 years of applicable cumulative job specific experience required. 

CERTIFICATION/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

BLS Provider obtained within 1 Month (30 days) of hire date or job transfer date required. American Heart Association or American Red Cross accepted. 

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

Surgical Assistant credentialed from the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) preferred.    Additional Information Organization: Henry Ford Health St. John Hospital Department: Surgery 001 Shift: Rotating Union Code: Not Applicable