Surgical Assistant - Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital Join our exceptional team at Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital!We are a 191-bed Magnet® designated facility situated on a beautiful 80-acre campus in Oakland County. Our tranquil environment, modern design, and abundant green spaces promote healing and wellness, creating an outstanding patient experience. As a thrombectomy-capable stroke center with 24-hour emergency care, we offer a wide range of comprehensive services, including advanced neurosurgery and neurology, cancer care, orthopedics, and more. About the Role: We are seeking a highly motivated and skilled Surgical Assistant (SA) to join our surgical team. The SA works directly under the supervision of the operating surgeon, collaborating with the healthcare team to ensure safe and efficient surgical procedures. This position requires a perioperative experienced Surgical Technologist who has successfully completed a CAAHEP-accredited first assistant training program. Responsibilities: + Provide first assistant support to surgeons during surgical procedures. + Maintain a sterile field and manage instrumentation effectively. + Anticipate the surgeon's needs and proactively address potential complications. + Demonstrate comprehensive knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, and physiology. + Perform scrub/turnover duties and other assigned tasks as needed. + Adhere to strict infection control protocols and regulatory requirements. + Foster a collaborative and professional environment with colleagues, physicians, and staff. + Maintain BLS certification and CSA certification (required within one year of hire). + Participate in on-call rotation, including potential coverage at other HFHS facilities. Qualifications: + Perioperative experience as a Surgical Technologist. + Graduation from a CAAHEP-accredited first assistant training program. + Certification as a CSA by the NBSTSA (desired upon hire, required within one year). + Current BLS certification. + Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic surgical environment. + Strong communication, interpersonal, and teamwork skills. + Flexibility to work various shifts, including on-call, holidays, and potential coverage at other HFHS facilities. Why Choose Henry Ford West Bloomfield? + Be part of a Magnet® recognized hospital committed to excellence in patient care. + Work in a peaceful and supportive environment. + Collaborate with a highly skilled and dedicated surgical team. + Opportunity for professional growth and development. Call Responsibilities: This role involves on-call responsibilities, which may include covering shifts at other HFHS locations. Flexibility in scheduling, including holidays and off-shifts, is required. This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and duties. It should be understood, therefore, that employees may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. Additional Information + Organization: Henry Ford West Bloomfield Hospital + Department: HFWB Operating Room + Shift: Day Job + Union Code: Not Applicable Additional Details This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above. Overview Henry Ford Health partners with millions of people on their health journey, across Michigan and around the world. We offer a full continuum of services – from primary and preventative care to complex and specialty care, health insurance, a full suite of home health offerings, virtual care, pharmacy, eye care and other health care retail. With former Ascension southeast Michigan and Flint region locations now part of our team, Henry Ford’s care is available in 13 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations. Based in Detroit, Henry Ford is one of the nation’s most respected academic medical centers and is leading the Future of Health: Detroit, a $3 billion investment anchored by a reimagined Henry Ford academic healthcare campus. Learn more at henryford.com/careers . Benefits The health and overall well-being of our team members is our priority. That’s why we offer support in the various components of our team’s well-being: physical, emotional, social, financial and spiritual. Our Total Rewards program includes competitive health plan options, with three consumer-driven health plans (CDHPs), a PPO plan and an HMO plan. Our team members enjoy a number of additional benefits, ranging from dental and eye care coverage to tuition assistance, family forming benefits, discounts to dozens of businesses and more. Employees classified as contingent status are not eligible for benefits. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer Equal Employment Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer Henry Ford Health is committed to the hiring, advancement and fair treatment of all individuals without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, size, height, weight, marital status, family status, gender identity, sexual orientation, and genetic information, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable federal and state laws.