Surgical Assistant, II

POSITION SUMMARY: Performs a variety of support activities for the surgical team promoting efficient processes and patient flow.# Under the direction of the RN Circulator and physician, performs scrub duties.# Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING: High School diploma required.# On the job education provided.# Previous hospital experience preferred. LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Certified Nursing Assistant encouraged.# Bi-Annual CPR certification required (renew every 2 years)### EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES: Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required.# Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique required.# Familiarity with medical terminology.# Good organizational skills required.# Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.# # Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.#Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged.# EOE, including disability/veterans.

POSITION SUMMARY:

Performs a variety of support activities for the surgical team promoting efficient processes and patient flow. Under the direction of the RN Circulator and physician, performs scrub duties. Participates in continuous quality improvement activities and educational experiences in support of departmental and divisional nursing philosophy and objectives, as well as, Health System initiatives.

EDUCATION/TRAINING:

High School diploma required. On the job education provided. Previous hospital experience preferred.

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

Certified Nursing Assistant encouraged. Bi-Annual CPR certification required (renew every 2 years)

EXPERIENCE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

Successful completion of annual clinical, age and job specific competencies and skill verification tools required. Demonstrated knowledge of aseptic technique required.

Familiarity with medical terminology. Good organizational skills required. Ability to communicate in English both verbally and in writing.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day.

Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.