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Surgical Assistant II
Fulltime, Days 40 hours
Call and Weekends required
JOB SUMMARY:
The Surgical Assistant's primary responsibility is to assist the surgeon as first or second assistant in the Operating Room. The position also functions as a resource, leader and coordinator to promote high quality, cost effective health care services. Work occasionally requires internal contacts outside the work group to exchange work related information. Contact with external contacts involves providing or getting factual information. Requires normal courtesy and tact in dealing with others.
EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE:
- Board certified (or eligible for certification) by National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) or the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA), or other acceptable Surgical Assistant Certification (e.g., NBSTSA), and maintain a minimum CME.
- Minimum of three (3) years experience as a Surgical Assistant in all surgical specialties and ability to use judgment in assessing the situation as it develops and responding appropriately.
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS:
- Current certification by NSAA or ABSA or other acceptable Surgical Assistant Certification (e.g., NBSTSA).
- Current CPR certification.
- Must be able to pass all hospital competencies required for the position.
Salary Range: Minimum 37.02/hour - Maximum 61.11/hour. Compensation will be commensurate with equity and experience for roles of similar scope and responsibility. In cases where the range is displayed as a $0 amount, salary discussions will occur during candidate screening calls, before any subsequent compensation discussion is held between the candidate and any hiring authority.
The Hospital reserves the right to modify employee schedules as needed.
We are committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment, where we embrace and celebrate our differences, where all employees feel valued, contribute to our mission of serving the community, and engage in equitable healthcare delivery and workforce practices.
Johns Hopkins Health System and its affiliates are drug-free workplace employers.
