Top 11 Surgical assistant Jobs in Tucson, Az

Surgical First Assistant - PRN
Oro Valley Hospital —Oro Valley, AZ
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
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Surgical First Assistant
Oro Valley Hospital —Oro Valley, AZ
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Surgery
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
Surgical First Assist TMC RIncon
Tucson Medical Center —Tucson, AZ
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
Certified Surgical First Assistant
Northwest Medical Center Houghton —Tucson, AZ
- Full-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Surgical First Assist Cardiothoracic
Banner Health —Tucson, AZ
- $40.91 - $68.19 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- 6 years
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
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Travel RN - Operating Room - First Assist
American Traveler —Tucson, AZ
- $2,537 a week
- Contract
- Surgery
- RN License
- Mid-level
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Surgical First Assist - Part Time
Oro Valley Hospital —Oro Valley, AZ
- Overtime
- CPR Certification
- Vital signs
- Surgery
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Surgical First Assist - Tucson Ambulatory Surgery Center - PRN
Northwest Medical Center Tucson —Tucson, AZ
- Part-time
- Anatomy knowledge
- Surgery
- BLS Certification
- 401(k) matching
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Surgical First Assistant - PRN

Oro Valley Hospital -
Oro Valley, AZ

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Job Details

Part-time

Qualifications

CPR Certification
BLS Certification

Full Job Description

Job Summary

The Surgical Assistant supports the surgical team by preparing the operating room, assisting with patient preparation, and providing technical support during surgical procedures under the supervision of the surgical team. This role performs basic operative assistance such as handling instruments, maintaining sterile technique, positioning patients, and assisting with room turnover. The Surgical Assistant works closely with surgeons, nurses, and anesthesia staff to ensure a safe and efficient surgical environment.

Essential Functions

Assists with operating room setup, ensuring surgical instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and sterile prior to procedures.
Prepares and positions patients for surgery, assisting with transport, prepping, and draping according to established protocols.
Passes instruments and supplies to the surgical team during procedures, maintaining aseptic technique and anticipating surgical needs.
Maintains a sterile field and assists with infection prevention practices throughout the surgical procedure.
Assists with surgical site cleanup and room turnover between procedures, ensuring readiness for the next case.
Supports the care team in monitoring patient safety and comfort during surgical preparation and recovery.
Collaborates with team members, responding to direction from the circulating nurse, scrub tech, or surgeon to support workflow.
Checks and stocks supplies in the OR or procedure areas, ensuring availability and readiness of surgical materials.
Demonstrates knowledge of basic surgical instruments, sterile technique, and surgical safety protocols.
Follows hospital policies, procedures, and regulatory guidelines, ensuring patient confidentiality and safety.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Maintains regular and reliable attendance.
Complies with all policies and standards.

Qualifications

0-2 years of experience in a surgical, sterile processing, or patient care support role required
1-2 years of experience supporting perioperative services or working in a surgical setting preferred

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Basic understanding of surgical procedures and aseptic technique.
Ability to follow verbal and written instructions in a fast-paced clinical environment.
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work well within a collaborative surgical team.
Reliable, detail-oriented, and able to maintain focus during routine and complex procedures.
Knowledge of surgical instrumentation and OR safety protocols is preferred.

Licenses and Certifications

CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required
BCLS - Basic Life Support required
CST - Certified Surgical Technologist preferred

Oro Valley Hospital (OVH) is a 176-bed hospital that also has a freestanding emergency center, Northwest Transitions Inpatient Rehabilitation, Skilled Nursing Unit, Behavioral Health Unit, and large physician group. With these varied access points, you have your choice of settings in which to work. OVH's culture centers around providing safe, quality care to patients, but also to foster a work environment based on teamwork, commitment to a shared goal and recognizing employees for all they do to care for our patients. Often described as a “family,” the staff at OVH take pride in doing the best they can to care for their community. OVH is accredited by The Joint Commission and is an equal opportunity employer: race, gender, disability and Veteran status, and VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.

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