Surgical Assistant

Is willing to obtain national certification through the Dental Assisting National Board, within 1 year of employment Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About Sanford

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Responsibilities

• 8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America) Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40 Compensation: Salary Range: $26.50 - $41.50 Union Position: No Department Details Summary Assists operating surgeons in carrying out technical surgical procedures in accordance with applicable safety laws and regulations.
• Assists operating surgeons with intra-operative procedures like homeostasis, exposure, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that assist the surgeon in carrying out a safe procedure with optimal results for the patient.
• Develops specialized preoperative plans in coordination with appropriate surgeons and health team members.
• Prepares surgical tools and equipment, takes preventative measures to ensure applicable health and safety regulations are satisfied, and assist with patient positioning when necessary.
• Administers preoperative medications and reports the responses of patients to assigned surgeons and anesthesiologists.
• Graduate from an accredited Dental Assistant school

Preferred

• Registered as a Dental Assistant in North Dakota at time employment begins