Surgical Assistant - Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital - Full Time

We Are Hiring: Surgical Assistant - Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital 

At Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital we perform procedures including General/vascular, Orthopedics, Urology, GYN and ophthalmology.  Our 8 operating rooms, freshly renovated in May 2020, include new system integration for more efficient flow during surgery.

As an Orthopedic Center of Excellence we provide an array of orthopedic procedures including same day discharge procedures for total joints.

 

Schedule: 0630-1700, 4/10s Mon-Fri, on call rotation

 

What You Will Do:

The Surgical Assistant provides immediate support to the surgeon/physician during the performance of surgical procedures.  The SA understands human anatomy; has developed surgical skill such as exposure, hemostasis, anatomical identification, wound closure and proper positioning of the patient for the procedure.  The SA must have knowledge of the surgical procedure and the ability to anticipate the needs of the surgeon.  The SA has a working knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique, peri-operative policies and procedural guidelines.  The SA will work with the operating room RN to ensure the OR is safe, equipment is functioning properly and that the operative procedure is conducted under conditions that maximize patient safety.

What You Will Need:

• Graduate of an accredited NBSTSA/CSFA program
• Requires medical staff credential approval and successful competency
• BLS (CPR)

 

About Us:

Surgical Services embraces a collaborative approach for treating a patient’s injury or illness. Care is delivered by our skilled clinical team and integrated ancillary support team; which provides all levels of clinical assistance maintaining a high quality care and patient safety.  The Surgical Services arena encompasses Orthopedics, General & Vascular, Gynecology, Podiatry, Urology, and Ophthalmology surgical procedures. The Day Surgery department is an outpatient surgical unit that provides care before and after surgery, heart catherization procedures, radiology procedures, and GI procedures. Although the majority of patients are discharged the day of their procedure, some are admitted to critical or acute care units. ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial is certified by The Joint Commission as a Joint Replacement Center of Excellence. Offers the MAKOplasty® and Anterior Hip Arthroplasty procedure to patients.

 

The Surgical Services Department of ProHealth Oconomowoc Memorial strives to become a surgical center of excellence, dedicated to exceptional, individualized care, with outstanding service and outcomes that will attract superior talent in meeting the surgical needs of our community.

 

ProHealth Care has been the health care leader in Waukesha County and surrounding areas for the past century, providing outstanding care across a full spectrum of services. The people of ProHealth Care strive to continuously improve the health and well-being of the community by combining skill, compassion and innovation. The ProHealth family includes Waukesha Memorial Hospital, Oconomowoc Memorial Hospital, the Rehabilitation Hospital of Wisconsin, ProHealth Medical Group clinics, AngelsGrace Hospice, ProHealth Home Care & Hospice, West Wood Health & Fitness Center and Regency Senior Communities. Learn more at ProHealthCare.org.

 

ProHealth Care, one of the largest employers in Waukesha County, offers work that is challenging and rewarding. The organization is dedicated to providing the highest quality service to our patients and their families and treats each individual with respect – the way they should be treated. ProHealth Care supports a Just Culture, one that encourages an open learning environment and maintaining safe systems. We have high expectations for those who join our team of nearly 5,000 employees. In return, we offer exceptional career opportunities in a dynamic, health care system where the contributions of every team member are valued.

 

ProHealth Care is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to an inclusive work environment and values the perspectives of our people. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.