How do they match: Surgical Assistants

  • Maintain an unobstructed operative field, using surgical retractors, sponges, or suctioning and irrigating equipment.
  • Adjust and maintain operating room temperature, humidity, or lighting, according to surgeon's specifications.
  • Coordinate with anesthesia personnel to maintain patient temperature.
  • Cover patients with surgical drapes to create and maintain a sterile operative field.
  • Monitor and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures.

  • Maintain inventory of medical supplies or equipment.
  • Maintain sterile operative fields.