Surgical Technical Assistant Functional Neurosurgery 60-100%

cereneo – Centre for Neurology and Rehabilitation is a world-leading centre in the field of neurological rehabilitation. Our location on the beautiful Lake Lucerne not only offers a breathtaking view of Pilatus and Rigi but also a state-of-the-art, barrier-free infrastructure. We focus on excellence, warmth, motivation, teamwork, and innovation – values that guide our daily actions and ensure the quality of our care.

We are looking for an experienced surgical technical assistant with specialisation or solid experience in Functional Neurosurgery to support our neurosurgical team in highly specialised surgical procedures.

We seek a professionally skilled, precise, and responsible individual familiar with the special requirements of functional neurosurgical procedures who works in a structured and forward-looking manner even in complex operating situations.

• Establishment, nursing management of the operating theatre, and leadership and, if necessary, qualification of the OTA team
• Preparation, organisation, and accompaniment of functional neurosurgical procedures
• Instrument handling and assistance during neurosurgical operations
• Willingness to support neurosurgical procedures outside the actual operating theatre (especially in treatments with focused ultrasound)
• Care and preparation of the required neurosurgical specialised instruments
• Care and maintenance of the surgical technology (e.g., operating microscope, navigation system, C-arm)
• Support in stereotactic procedures
• Experience in the field of Deep Brain Stimulation (DBS) is an advantage
• Preparation and handling of stereotactic systems, implants, and other surgery-specific materials
• Ensuring a smooth and efficient surgical process in close cooperation with neurosurgery, anaesthesia, and other involved departments
• Development and further development of process management in the operating theatre
• Willingness to flexibly adjust working hours to the needs of the operating theatre if employed part-time
• Consistent adherence to hygiene, sterility, and safety standards
• Qualification in radiation protection when using fluoroscopy (C-arm) in the operating theatre
• Checking the completeness and functionality of instruments and technical equipment
• Documentation of relevant perioperative processes
• Anticipating the surgeon’s requirements during complex procedures
• Very good German and English skills, both spoken and written, are required to ensure safe and professional communication in an interdisciplinary and international environment.

• Completed training as a surgical technical assistant with operating theatre experience or comparable qualification
• Several years of professional experience in the operating theatre
• Solid experience in neurosurgery
• Ideally practical experience in Functional Neurosurgery
• Experience with DBS, stereotactic procedures, and/or implantation procedures is a great advantage
• Very good knowledge of sterile working methods and operating theatre hygiene
• Confident handling of neurosurgical instruments and technical operating theatre equipment
• High level of precision, responsibility, and concentration
• Ability to work calmly and in a structured manner even during demanding and lengthy procedures
• Strong team skills and professional communication with doctors, nursing staff, and other disciplines

Especially important:

For this position, we are looking for an experienced OTA with solid neurosurgical operating theatre experience. Expertise in Functional Neurosurgery, especially in DBS implantations and stereotactic procedures, a high level of team spirit, enthusiasm for building a new surgical operation, willingness to take responsibility, and the ability to think creatively beyond the usual scope are particularly welcome.

• Modern infrastructure: Perfectly located work environment with views of Lake Lucerne, Pilatus, and Rigi.
• Development: Personal training and development opportunities.
• Social benefits: Good social benefits (non-occupational accident insurance, employer contribution to pension fund 60%).
• Parking & public transport: Free parking spaces and access to e-charging stations, subsidy for public transport.
• Catering: Lunch voucher with 50% employer contribution, free coffee, tea, water & fruit.
• Daycare: Discount for our affiliated daycare centre.
• Discounts: Various discounts for leisure activities.
• Fitness: Use of fitness equipment.

Our corporate culture:

• EXCELLENCE: Use of the latest research findings and first-class service
• WARMTH: We are always fully committed. This naturally includes sincere interaction with our patients but also among our staff
• MOTIVATION: Achieving goals together and supporting patients to improve their quality of life
• TEAMWORK: Reliability and mutual support within the team
• INNOVATION: Research and testing of new therapeutic approaches and devices