What are the responsibilities and job description for the Certified Surgical Assistant - West Operating Room position at The Queen's Health Systems?
Join Our Queen’s ‘Ohana as a Surgical Assistant!
Make a meaningful impact at Hawai‘i’s only Level II Trauma Center. As a Surgical Assistant at The Queen’s Medical Center - West, you’ll be part of a highly skilled surgical team that serves patients from across Hawai‘i and the Pacific Region.
Our nationally recognized surgical program is a leader in robotic and minimally invasive procedures, utilizing cutting-edge technologies to perform complex surgeries. You’ll work alongside expert surgeons, anesthesiologists, Certified Perioperative Nurses (CNOR), Certified Post Anesthesia Nurses (CPAN®), Surgical Technologists, and Nursing Assistants—all dedicated to delivering exceptional care.
As an Surgical Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in the operating room, assisting surgeons with tasks such as:
- Controlling bleeding
- Providing optimal wound exposure
- Suturing
- Performing other critical intraoperative functions
Ready to make a difference in the lives of patients across the Pacific? Apply today and become part of our Queen’s ‘Ohana. Join Queen's ‘Ohana
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
- High School diploma or comparable education and training.
- Current certification as a first assistant (CFA), surgical assistant (CSA), or assistant in surgery by one the following:
- o National Board of Surgical Technology and Assisting (NBSTSA)o National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA)o American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA)o National Assistant at Surgery Council (NASC)
- Current certification in Basic Life Support at the Healthcare Professional Level.
- Prior First Assistant/Surgical Assistant experience preferred.
TYPICAL PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
- Essential: standing, sitting, lifting, walking, finger dexterity, seeing, hearing, speaking, static gripping of an object for prolonged periods, frequent gripping of an object.
- Occasional: stooping/bending, kneeling, crawling, climbing stairs, walking on uneven ground, squatting, twisting body, reaching above, at and below shoulder level, repetitive arm/hand motions.
- Operates computer, microscope, and various surgical equipment, instrumentation and supplies.
TYPICAL WORKING CONDITIONS:
- Not substantially subjected to adverse environmental conditions.
- Exposed to blood and body fluids.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Vet
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $56.10 - $60.30 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Relocation assistance
- Retirement plan
- Tuition reimbursement
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401K Plan, Maternity & Paternity LeaveSalary : $56 - $60