Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title: Surgical Assistant

Location: Cincinnati, Ohio
Contract Duration: 13 Weeks
Schedule Options:

• 4x10 Hour Shifts
  OR
• 5x8 Hour Shifts
  Shift Time: 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM

"Navitas Healthcare, LLC" is seeking an experienced and highly skilled Surgical Assistant to support surgeons during operative procedures in a fast-paced surgical environment. The Surgical Assistant will perform advanced intraoperative support duties to help ensure safe, efficient, and effective surgical outcomes while maintaining excellent patient care and professional collaboration with the surgical team.

The ideal candidate will possess strong knowledge of anatomy and surgical techniques, excellent technical skills, and the ability to work confidently in complex surgical settings.

• Assist surgeons during surgical procedures under direct supervision.
• Position patients appropriately to optimize surgical site exposure and procedural safety.
• Provide visualization of the operative field through:
  • Placement and securing of retractors
  • Tissue manipulation
  • Suctioning, irrigating, and sponging
  • Packing with sponges
  • Handling and manipulation of sutures
• Assist with hemostasis techniques during procedures.
• Perform wound closure using sutures, staples, subcutaneous, or subcuticular closure techniques as directed by the surgeon.
• Apply appropriate postoperative dressings and immobilization materials.
• Assist with securing drainage systems to tissue.
• Support harvesting procedures involving veins, radial arteries, tendons, bone, skin, and plastic closures when applicable.
• Provide expert intraoperative assistance during major surgical cases.
• Maintain sterile technique and adhere to all surgical safety protocols.
• Stay current with evolving surgical technologies and specialty practices.
• Collaborate effectively with surgeons, nurses, anesthesia staff, and operating room personnel.

• Associate’s Degree in Surgical Assisting
  OR
• Completion of an accredited Surgical Assisting Program
• Current BLS Certification (American Heart Association)
• Strong understanding of anatomy, physiology, and surgical procedures
• Excellent hand-eye coordination and manual dexterity
• Ability to stand for extended periods and work in a high-acuity environment
• Strong clinical judgment and communication skills

• Minimum of 4 years of surgical experience with at least 2 years in a specialty surgical area
• Certifications such as:
  • NSAA
  • CFA (AST)
  • NCCPA (AAPA)
  • RNFA / NASC Certification

For more details contact at mdeshpande@navitashealth.com

About Navitas Healthcare, LLC certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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