Surgical Assistant (SA) - Operating Room
How this pay compares
This posting does not state an hourly rate. Surgical first assistants employed in Ohio earn a median of $37.24 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).
About the job
- POSITION INFORMATION
- Position summary:
- The Surgeon's Assistant works under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The SAs must be knowledgeable in surgical anatomy and physiology, operative technique relative to surgical procedure and principals of asespis and infection control. Maintains clinical competence in the pre-op assessment and intraoperative proficient as a First Assistant. He/She is responsible for patient prep and operation during the surgical procedure.
- MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Education:
- Graduate of an accredited program in Surgical Assisting or International Medical Graduate.
- Required length and type of experience:
- Three (3) years previous experience as a Surgical Assistant (SA).
- Required licensure, certification or registry:
- CPR certification required.
From Southwest General's job posting, checked 4 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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