Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures. Job Responsibilities: * Entrylevel technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational ...
Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures. Job Responsibilities: * Entrylevel technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational ...
Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures. Job Responsibilities: * Entry-level technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational ...
Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures. Job Responsibilities: * Entry-level technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational ...
The professional registered nurse Inpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the ... May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. * May serve as a ...
The professional registered nurse Inpatient RN CAP 2 may be an entry level designation into the ... May be assigned to assist in an Outpatient facility on an as needed basis. * May serve as a ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Patient Access Associate Specialist
Cincinnati, OH · On-site
$17 - $18.15/hr
The Opportunity: ENTRY LEVEL CAREER OPPORTUNITY OFFERING: * Bonus Incentives * Paid Certifications ... physician orders, and utilizing an overlay tool while providing excellent customer service as ...
Entry Level Physician Assistant information
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$23.5K - $27.2K
1% of jobs
$27.2K - $31K
6% of jobs
$31K - $34.7K
6% of jobs
$38K is the 25th percentile. Wages below this are outliers.
$34.7K - $38.4K
13% of jobs
$38.4K - $42.1K
17% of jobs
The median wage is $43.4K / yr.
$42.1K - $45.9K
20% of jobs
$48.3K is the 75th percentile. Wages above this are outliers.
$45.9K - $49.6K
18% of jobs
$49.6K - $53.3K
9% of jobs
$53.3K - $57K
5% of jobs
$57K - $60.7K
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$60.7K - $64.5K
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$64.5K
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| Aspect | Entry Level Physician Assistant | Medical Assistant |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Master's degree, NCCPA certification | High school diploma, certification optional |
| Work Environment | Clinics, hospitals, physician offices | Doctor's offices, clinics, outpatient settings |
| Job Responsibilities | Diagnosing, treating, prescribing | Administrative tasks, basic clinical support |
Entry Level Physician Assistants and Medical Assistants both work in healthcare settings, but PAs have advanced training, can diagnose and treat patients, and require certification. Medical Assistants perform supportive clinical and administrative tasks with less formal education. The roles differ in scope, responsibilities, and credentials, making them distinct career paths within healthcare.
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Full-time
Medical, Dental, Vision, Retirement, PTO
Re-posted 3 days ago
TriHealth rating
7.4
Based on 175 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz
265th of 887 rated healthcare providers
Job description
At TriHealth, Certified Surgical Technologists are central to the success of every procedure and every patient outcome. When you join our surgical services team, you become part of a respected, peoplefocused health system where your technical expertise, dedication, and teamwork truly make a difference.
Location: Good Samaritan Hospital 375 Dixmyth Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45220
Schedule: Full time, day shift
Incentives & Benefits:
***Sign on bonus up to $12,000 with a two year work commitment (For external candidates)
We offer competitive shift differentials, opportunities for professional growth, and a comprehensive benefits package that may include medical, dental, vision, paid time off, retirement savings plans, and tuition reimbursement.
Minimum Job Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED (Required)
- Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology. We will accept a non-accredited school of Surgical Technology if hired prior to 2019 (Required)
- Other Surgical Technologist Certification required Upon Hire Required
- Basic Life Support (BLS) BLS/CPR(Basic Life Support for Healthcare Providers)
Job Overview:
Apply specialized knowledge in various surgical procedures to expedite process and reduce patient risk. Assist in the preparation of the surgical area. Scrub, assist, and anticipate physicians' needs during surgical procedures.
Job Responsibilities:
- Entrylevel technical role focused on building confidence and skills in technical and operational areas.
- Keeps all required surgical equipment ready, including sterile linens, saline, lights, suction machines, and related supplies.
- Performs pre and postoperative patient care such as shaving, transporting, and applying dressings.
- Sets up and maintains the surgical field, collaborating with nurses and physicians and assisting as needed; assembles, transports, and retrieves surgical equipment, ensuring all items are accounted for.
- Inspects, maintains, decontaminates, and repairs surgical equipment while keeping inventory records current.
- Solves straightforward problems within the scope of training and established procedures.
- Relies on guidance and training from the supervisor and more experienced team members.
Working Conditions:
Bending - Occasionally
Climbing - Rarely
Concentrating - Frequently
Continuous Learning - Frequently
Hearing: Conversation - Frequently
Hearing: Other Sounds -
Interpersonal Communication - Frequently
Kneeling - Rarely
Lifting Lifting Pulling - Occasionally
Pushing - Occasionally
Reaching - Occasionally
Reading - Frequently
Sitting - Occasionally
Standing - Frequently
Stooping -
Talking - Frequently
Thinking/Reasoning - Consistently
Use of Hands - Frequently
Color Vision - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Far - Frequently
Visual Acuity: Near - Consistently
Walking - Frequently
TriHealth SERVE Standards and ALWAYS Behaviors
At TriHealth, we believe there is no responsibility more important than to SERVE our patients, our communities, and our fellow team members. To achieve our vision and mission, ALL TriHealth team members are expected to demonstrate and live the following:
Serve: ALWAYS...
Welcome everyone by making eye contact, greeting with a smile, and saying "hello"
Acknowledge when patients/guests are lost and escort them to their destination or find someone who can assist
Refrain from using cell phones for personal reasons in public spaces or patient care areas
Excel: ALWAYS...
Recognize and take personal responsibility to address and recover from service breakdowns when a customer's expectations have not been met
Offer patients and guests priority when waiting (lines, elevators)
Work on improving quality, safety, and service
Respect: ALWAYS...
Respect cultural and spiritual differences and honor individual preferences.
Respect everyone's opinion and contribution, regardless of title/role.
Speak positively about my team members and other departments in front of patients and guests.
Value: ALWAYS...
Value the time of others by striving to be on time, prepared and actively participating.
Pick up trash, ensuring the physical environment is clean and safe.
Be a good steward of our resources, using supplies and equipment efficiently and effectively, and will look for ways to avoid waste.
Engage: ALWAYS...
Acknowledge wins and frequently thank team members and others for contributions.
Show courtesy and compassion with customers, team members and the community
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TriHealth provides unique opportunities from across disciplines in many different aspects including patient care, care coordination, education and management. We are unique because we know that team members who focus on our mission and values provide excellent patient care.
Industry
Health care and social assistance
Company size
10,000+ Employees
Headquarters location
Cincinnati, OH, US
Year founded
1995