Surgical Assistants

Surgical assistants work directly alongside surgeons in operating rooms, providing crucial support during medical procedures. They handle sterile instruments, help control bleeding by clamping or cauterizing vessels, and maintain clear visibility of the surgical site through suctioning. During operations, they may hold retractors to keep incisions open, cut sutures, or apply dressings once the procedure is complete. Depending on state regulations and their level of training, some surgical assistants perform more advanced tasks like making incisions, removing tissue samples, or helping close surgical sites.