Mid Level Surgical Assistant Jobs
Mid level surgical assistant jobs go to professionals ready to take full ownership in the operating room, guide less experienced team members, and manage complex cases with minimal oversight. Most openings are on-site, with Healthcare & Medical Services and Education leading hiring and Sutter Health, Symphony Medical, and The Medical Center actively competing for surgical assistants at this level now.
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Administrative Assistant, Surgical Services
Posting Description
We believe a career is more than just a career — it's a calling. Our teammates' "True North" is what calls them to health care; it’s their passion. At North Mississippi Health Services, we believe in helping you leverage and connect that passion with a much greater purpose that impacts people you know and love.
Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Administrative Assistant at North Mississippi Health Services is responsible for facilitating effective and efficient function of their assigned department or service line. This includes facilitating communication in a timely and professional manner, completing administrative duties, such as calendar management and maintaining and preparing documents and records, managing and monitoring data retrieval and entry, and completing purchasing as needed to maintain department stock in a budget-compliant way to support optimal area function.
JOB FUNCTIONS
Administrative:
- Provides high level administrative support.
- Performs general office duties and day to day administrative tasks.
- Schedules appointments, travel, and meetings, etc. for the management team of the service line.
Communication:
- Answers and screens telephone calls.
- Schedules appointments, as well as printing and distributing schedules daily.
- Directs incoming/outgoing calls to appropriate parties or takes messages.
- Communicates with internal and/or external customers via oral communication, electronic communication and/or written communication.
- Serves as a resource for information on policies and procedures.
Employee Relations:
- Possesses the ability to handle information of a sensitive or confidential nature in a professional manner.
- Possesses the ability to interact tactfully and diplomatically with personnel concerning situations of a sensitive nature.
Recordkeeping/Reporting:
- Prepares, maintains, and files appropriate administrative records/documents.
- Keeps minutes for various committees.
- Enters and monitors all statistical data, and coordinates cardiology outreach financials.
- Purchases materials for departmental use with budget limitations.
- Processes bills and invoices associated with purchased material or consulting services.
- Completes data retrieval and reporting, entering data as necessary for billing and collection.
Regulation:
- Adheres to NMHS Policies/Procedures/Guidelines.
- Complies with JCHAO and HIPAA regulations/guidelines.
**QUALIFICATIONS** **Education**
**Education Level****Education Details****Required/Preferred**
High School Diploma or GED Equivalent
Required
And
Associate's Degreewith experience in related fieldPreferred
**Licenses and Certifications**
**Licenses and Certifications****Licenses and Certifications Details****Time Frame****Required/**
**Preferred**
**Work Experience**
**Number of Years****Work Experience Details****Required/**
**Preferred**
1-3 yearsMinimum of 3 years experience as an Administrative Secretary or AssistantRequiredOr
1-3 yearsMinimum of 3 years working in a health-related fieldRequiredOr
**Knowledge Skills and Abilities**
**Knowledge, Skills, Abilities****Required/Preferred****Proficiency**
Possess strong clerical and organizational skills; requiredRequiredN/A
Excellent written and verbal communication; requiredRequiredN/A
Working knowledge of computer skills; requiredRequiredN/A
Proficient in use of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Power Point; requiredRequiredN/A
Proficient in the use of various office equipment; requiredRequiredN/A
Excellent interpersonal skills; requiredRequiredN/A
Must be a self-Starter; work independently, without direct supervisionRequiredN/A
Must effectively and efficiently organize and prioritize work assignmentsRequiredN/A
Must anticipate the needs of the clinicRequiredN/A
Must exhibit and promote integrity in the workplaceRequiredN/A
Must have extensive contact with: Service Line Administrator, physicians, staff and co-workersRequiredN/A
Must have excellent written and verbal communication skillsRequiredN/A
Must reflect a positive, caring attitude toward clients, patients, staff and the public we serveRequiredN/A
Must exhibit a professional demeanor, telephone etiquette, and effective interpersonal skillsRequiredN/A
**SCOPE**
**Freedom To Act:**
**Problem Solving:**
**Impact:**
**Financial Responsibility:**
- Sales Revenue Target Responsibility:
- Approval Responsibility:
- P & L Responsibility:
- Assets Controlled:
- Controllable Expenses (e.g., Payroll and other budgeted items):
- Total Financial Responsibility:
Budget Responsibility
- Primary Budget Responsibility:
- Shared Budget Responsibility:
Requirements
Education
You must have the following education to apply:
You must have a High School Diploma or GED or higher
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Mid Level Surgical Assistant Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level surgical assistant job?
Position your application around cases you have managed independently, procedures you have led, and situations where you exercised clinical judgment without direct supervision. Highlight any specialty exposure, credentialing updates, or expanded scope of practice. Tailoring your resume to reflect ownership and decision-making, rather than just task completion, is what moves a mid level application to the top of a hiring manager's list.
Which companies hire mid level surgical assistants?
Companies hiring mid level surgical assistants right now include Sutter Health, Symphony Medical, and The Medical Center, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Hospitals, ambulatory surgery centers, and specialty surgical groups tend to drive the most consistent hiring at this experience level, particularly for assistants with focused procedural expertise.
Are there remote mid level surgical assistant jobs?
Yes, though the role is predominantly hands-on and on-site by nature. About 0% of mid level surgical assistant openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those positions typically involve coordination, education, or administrative surgical support functions rather than direct patient care in the operating room.
How do I move up to a mid level surgical assistant role?
Moving from entry level to mid level means building a record of independent case management, deepening your procedural skill set in one or more specialties, and demonstrating that you can function without step-by-step direction. Taking on harder cases, earning additional credentials, and contributing to team training or quality improvement initiatives all signal the kind of professional growth that justifies a mid level title and compensation.
Which industries hire the most mid level surgical assistants?
Mid Level surgical assistant roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors sustain consistent surgical volume and tend to value experienced assistants who can step into complex procedures and specialty rotations with limited onboarding time.