Activities to include, but not limited to, positioning the patient, draping the patient, clamping and tying, cauterizing superficial bleeders, providing exposure through the use of retractors, maintaining a dry field through the use of suction equipment, following and cutting sutures, suturing subcutaneous suture and skin, and wound closure as directed by the surgeon. Coordinates various administrative functions for practice including scheduling various consults and diagnostic studies Performs in the role of first assistant to the surgeon, demonstrating knowledge of anatomy, physiology, and carrying out functions that will assist the surgeon in performing a safe operation with optimal patient results.