Certified Surgical Assistant

ATC Healthcare Services; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

ATC Healthcare Services is looking for a skilled Certified Surgical Assistant to join the surgical services team at Sentara Obici Hospital in Virginia. This role involves assisting surgeons with intraoperative tasks, preparing patients, and ensuring compliance with safety protocols.

The ideal candidate will be a graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program with relevant certification. A focus on optimal patient outcomes and teamwork in a fast-paced environment is essential. Previous Operating Room experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program.
• Certification as CSFA or CSA.
• Valid Virginia Surgical Assistant License required.
• BLS certification from the AHA mandatory.
• 1 year Operating Room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during operations, ensuring patient safety.
• Perform suturing of incisions under supervision.
• Prepare and position patients for surgery.
• Administer medications as directed by the surgeon.
• Assist with post-operative care and communication.

Skills

Intraoperative Assistance

Surgical Suturing

Preparation & Positioning

Medication Administration

Pre & Post-Operative Duties

Safety & Compliance

Education

Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) or Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA)

Valid Virginia Surgical Assistant License

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

Job description

Position Summary

Sentara Obici Hospital is seeking a skilled Certified Surgical Assistant to join our dynamic surgical services department. Working under the direct supervision of the attending surgeon, you will serve as a 1st or 2nd assistant, supporting multidisciplinary surgical teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes before, during, and after surgical procedures.

Key Responsibilities

• Intraoperative Assistance: Assist surgeons by providing tissue retraction, visualizing the operative site, cauterizing bleeding vessels, and applying appropriate surgical dressings, splints, and casts.
• Surgical Suturing: Perform wound closure and suturing of incisions under the direct supervision and guidelines of the attending physician.
• Preparation & Positioning: Anticipate the needs of the surgical team by selecting appropriate equipment, setting up tables, and safely positioning patients for procedures.
• Medication Administration: Assist with the instillation of medications as directed by the surgeon.
• Pre & Post-Operative Duties: Complete necessary pre-operative patient preparations and assist with post-operative care and interdisciplinary communication.
• Safety & Compliance: Strictly adhere to infection control protocols, hospital policies, and regulatory guidelines to maintain a sterile, safe OR environment.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program.
• Certification: Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) through the NBSTSA OR Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through the NCCSA.
• Licensure: Valid Virginia Surgical Assistant License.
• Life Support: Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from the American Heart Association (AHA).
• Experience: Minimum of 1 year of Operating Room experience preferred, though new graduates may apply for entry-level tiers.
• On-Call Availability: Must reside within 30 minutes of the hospital location for on-call purposes (requires rotating weekday overnight and weekend on-call shifts).

Equal Opportunity Employer: ATC Healthcare Services is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status or any other category protected by Federal, State or local law. M/F/D/V EOE