How do they match: Surgical Assistants

  • Adjust and maintain operating room temperature, humidity, or lighting, according to surgeon's specifications.
  • Discuss with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure, including operative consent, methods of operative exposure, diagnostic or laboratory data, or patient-advanced directives or other needs.
  • Monitor patient intra-operative status, including patient position, vital signs, or volume and color of blood.

  • Administer basic health care or medical treatments.
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Collaborate with healthcare professionals to plan or provide treatment.