A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.
Surgical Associate - Operating Room - Full-Time, Days Bring your passion to Texas Health so we are Better + Together Work location: Texas Health Fort Worth 1301 Pennsylvania Ave. Fort Worth, TX 76104 Work hours: Full-Time, Day Shift (40 Hours/Week) starting at 6:30
AM Department Highlights:
Robust Unit Based Council (UBC) and engaged leadership team Fast-Paced, high-volume department averaging 75 surgeries/day Level I Trauma Candidate performing high-acuity and intense surgical procedures capable of providing excellent clinical experience to the new hire. Robotics, Complex spine and ortho trauma, and intricate plastic surgery cases are the highlight of surgical offerings at THFW Here's What You Need Education High School Diploma or Equivalent Required Experience Previous patient care experience Preferred Licenses and Certifications BCLS - Basic Cardiac Life Support prior to providing independent patient care and maintained quarterly Required Skills Read, write and speak English; Able to stand/walk for majority of hours of their work shift; Easily move heavy equipment & supplies ( up to 250 lbs on wheels) without endangering themselves or others What You Will Do Completes routine stocking chores Assists in moving patients to and from the operating room suites Assists in room cleanup before and/or after surgery Other duties as assigned Additional perks of being a
Texas Health Surgical Associate:
Benefits include 401k, PTO, medical, dental, Paid Parental Leave, flex spending, tuition reimbursement, student Loan forgiveness as well as several other benefits. Delivery of high quality of patient care through nursing education, nursing research and innovations in nursing practice. Strong Unit Based Council (UBC). A supportive, team environment with outstanding opportunities for growth. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and recent awards.
Entity Highlights:
Texas Health Fort Worth is an 851-bed, Magnet-designated, full-service hospital that has served the Fort Worth community since 1930. We offer advanced care in cardiovascular services, high-risk obstetrics, gynecology, neurosciences, sports medicine, and emergency medicine. Our hospital also features certified programs in Advanced Hip and Knee Replacement, Brain Tumor Treatment, Advanced Spine Care, and Advanced Palliative Care. We are also home to a kidney transplant program that underscores our high-acuity capabilities, and we support Graduate Medical Education (GME) to help train the next generation of physicians. Texas Health Fort Worth is Joint Commission-certified as a Comprehensive Cardiac Center, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, and a Level I Trauma Center. We are also a designated Magnet hospital and recognized as the Best Place to Have a Baby in Tarrant County. Texas Health Fort Worth continues to be a top choice in North Texas for emergency services, women's health, cardiac care, and more. If you're ready to join us in our mission to improve the health of our community, then let's show the world how we're even better together! Do you still have questions or concerns? Feel free to email your questions to recruitment@texashealth.org. #LI-SP1
