SURGICAL ASSISTANT

Education Required: Diploma Program - Surgical Assistant program must be accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) or American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) 

Area of study or major: Surgical Assistant

Preferred educational qualifications: Associates Degree in the field of Surgical Technology; Military Training; 5 or more years of experience without a degree.

Certification: Current CPR is required.

Experience Required: No prior job-related work experience

Preferred experience: 2 Years as a surgical tech; 2 years as an SA

Knowledge/Skills:

Must be able to multitask with interruptions while maintaining a professional demeanor

Basic computer knowledge

Strong organizational skills

Effective interpersonal and communication skills