Senior surgical assistant Neurosurgery and (pediatric) ENT

As a senior surgical assistant, you are the linchpin in the surgical process in the field of neurosurgery and (pediatric) ENT. You coordinate the surgical process, support your colleagues on the work floor, and act as a central point of contact for your colleagues, students, and physicians. You fulfill a role model function, contribute to the implementation of new procedures, and provide information and training. Additionally, you supervise and coach (new) colleagues and students, coordinate the use of materials and resources, and work closely with internal and external parties. You also participate in projects and working groups aimed at innovation and improvement of the department.

In your week:

• You work one day per week on your professional senior tasks.
• On average, once per week, you fulfill the role of coordinator and manage the daily OR process.
• You identify bottlenecks in the planning and contribute to a smooth course of the surgical program.
• You work closely with coordinators of other disciplines to ensure the surgical program runs efficiently.
• On the remaining days, you work actively as a surgical assistant in the OR.

What do you bring?

You are a decisive, communicatively strong professional who knows how to set priorities and switches smoothly in dynamic situations. You know how to deal with conflicting interests and are a reliable and inspiring colleague.

Furthermore, you bring:

• A completed education as a surgical assistant.
• Affinity with neurosurgery and (pediatric) ENT.
• Up-to-date knowledge of techniques and developments within the field.
• Excellent communication skills and experience with multidisciplinary collaboration.
• Familiarity with equipment, instruments, and materials.

What do we offer you?

• If suitable, a permanent contract for an indefinite period
• Classification in salary scale 9M: € 3,993 to € 5,845 gross for a full-time employment (depending on education and experience). Additionally, you receive an 8.3% end-of-year bonus. Calculate your net salary here.
• Senior allowance of € 269 per month.
• Vacation hours: 194.4 hours per year for a full-time employment and the possibility to save up hours.
• Pension accrual at ABP, of which we pay 70% of the premium.
• 100% public transport reimbursement. Do you come by walking, cycling, or by car? Then you will receive a reimbursement of €0.21 per km (for the car, a maximum of 40 km one way applies).
• Do you come by bike? Make use of our good bicycle scheme.
• Free and unlimited access to training courses, including GoodHabitz, in our learning environment.
• An active staff association and a Young Amsterdam UMC association, both of which organize fun (sporty) activities and events.
• The position will participate in the harmonization of the Operating Center.