Surgical Assistant

Trinity Health·Melrose Park, Illinois

$32 - $54/hrPart Time On Site 0-2 yrsPosted 1 month ago

Practice for this role

Surgical Assistant · $32 - $54/hr

How this role compares

Computed from live listings

-2% vs. median posted rate for healthcare roles in Melrose Park, Illinois ($32.90/hr, n=61)

3 days median time this employer’s postings stay open (last 90 days)

$17.00/hr · lowesthighest · $125/hr

this role: $32.25/hrmedian $32.90/hr

Shaded band: the middle 50% of 61 posted healthcare roles in Melrose Park, Illinois rates. This role sits in the 44th percentile.

About the role

Pay for this role is about 2% below the Melrose Park, Illinois median for similar positions.

The Surgical Assistant provides technical support to surgeons during operations to ensure optimal patient outcomes. Responsibilities include patient positioning, site preparation, assisting with hemostasis, and applying dressings.

Employment Type

Part time
Shift:
Day
Shift
Description:
What you'll do: The Surgical Assistant provides technical assistance, under the direct supervision of the surgeon to assist in carrying out an operation with optimal results for the patient. Clinical skills performed will include positioning the patient, preparing the skin and providing visualization of the operative site. Assists with hemostasis, closure of body planes and selection and application of dressings and splints.
We offer our
Surgical
Assistants: Benefits from Day One Competitive Shift Differentials Career Development Tuition Reimbursement On Site Fitness Center (Gottlieb Memorial Hospital & LUMC) Educational Stipend Certification reimbursement (up to 1 certification)
Referral
Rewards
What you'll need for this job: High School Diploma required.

Preferred

High School Diploma plus training acquired through work experience or education
Required: 1-2 years of previous job-related experience
Licensure/Certifications
Required:
CPR -
Basic
Life
Support
Preferred: Certified in Surgical Assistant.

Compensation

Pay
Range: $32.25-$54.35 per hour Actual compensation will fall within the range but may vary based on factors such as experience, qualifications, education, location, licensure, certification requirements, and comparisons to colleagues in similar roles. Click or copy URL to your browser www.trinity-health.org/sites/default/files/my-benefits/Health-and-Wellbeing/Compliance/Illinois-Transparency-Law/Trinity-Health-Summary-of-Benefits-Illinois-Job-Req-Discloser-Law.pdf Our Commitment Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Requirements

Candidates must have a high school diploma and 1-2 years of relevant job experience. A Basic Life Support (CPR) certification is required, while a Surgical Assistant certification is preferred.

high school
CPR
Hemostasis
Dressing application
Patient positioning
Basic life support
Surgical assistance
Splint application
Wound closure
Skin preparation

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement
Career development
Certification reimbursement
Referral rewards
Competitive shift differentials
Educational stipend
On site fitness center
Benefits from day one

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 0-2 yrs
Salary: $32 - $54/hr
Location: Melrose Park, Illinois
Posted: Aug 4, 2026
Application: Employer website

Illinois surgical assistant roles stay competitive

In Illinois, surgical assistant openings typically reflect steady demand in hospitals and surgical centers that need support in the operating room. These roles are competitive because employers often require a high school diploma, 1-2 years of related experience, and CPR - Basic Life Support certification, while a Surgical Assistant certification is preferred. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save research time, then confirm your credentials and prepare examples of OR teamwork before applying.