Surgical Assistant
About the role
The Southeast Permanente Medical Group (TSPMG) is one of Georgia’s largest independent, physician-owned, multi-specialty medical groups. More than 700 physicians and 300 associate practitioners work together in a unique integrated care model to provide high-quality care to Kaiser Permanente members. Our focus is on long-term health, effective prevention, diagnosis and treatment of disease. Care is delivered across 40+ specialties at 26 medical offices featuring state-of-the-art equipment, labs, imaging services, and pharmacies. We also provide surgical services and around-the-clock care at some of the area’s top hospitals. We invite applications for a Surgical Assistant to assist our Surgeons at one of our three main surgical locations: Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital, Emory Decatur Hospital, and Atlanta Outpatient Surgical Center.
Responsibilities
- Provides technical assistance to the surgeon in completing surgical procedures safely and expeditiously
- Checks the daily surgery schedule with the O.R., the Kaiser surgery scheduler, or the surgeon
- Reviews patient chart to obtain patient history and physical, verify consent, and confirm procedure
- Checks with the O.R. staff to answer questions about the surgery procedure or any special equipment needed
- Transfers patient from stretcher to O.R. table
- Aids during induction of anesthesia
- Participates in “Time Out” or “Pause” to verify correct consent, patient, date of birth, procedure, and surgeon
- Preps and drapes patient
- Cleans patient and applies proper dressing at the end of procedure
- Transfers patient from O.R. table to stretcher for transport to recovery
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited program in Surgical Assisting recognized by the Commission of Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP)
- Certification in a Professional Association that certifies Surgical Assistants (SA’s), including: National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTA), Association of Surgical Assistants (ASA), National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA)
- General knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations as they pertain to biohazards
- General knowledge of hospital procedures and principles
- Must be a full-time resident of the state of Georgia
- BLS Certification
Qualifications
- Competitive compensation which considers an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, training, market data, and other relevant factors
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, a pension plan and 401(k), life insurance, and generous paid time off
- Complete professional liability coverage, including tail coverage, provided at no cost
- Free access to a Kaiser Insurance plan for employees – minimal cost to add dependents
- Generous time off
- Many additional benefits that support your work/life balance
Benefits
We Provide You:
- Competitive compensation which considers an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, training, market data, and other relevant factors
- Comprehensive benefits including medical and dental insurance, a pension plan and 401(k), life insurance, and generous paid time off
- Complete professional liability coverage, including tail coverage, provided at no cost
- Free access to a Kaiser Insurance plan for employees – minimal cost to add dependents
- Generous time off
- Many additional benefits that support your work/life balance
Schedule
Details on the specific schedule can be found in the job listing.
Pay
Details on the specific pay can be found in the job listing.