CERTIFIED SURGICAL ASSISTANT

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Excellent medical, dental, vision, and

401(k) with company match

SoFi student loan refinancing

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center in Washington, DC seeks an experienced Surgical Assistant to join the perioperative team as a full-time staff member. You will provide direct support to surgeons during operative procedures, assist with exposure, hemostasis, tissue handling, wound closure, and ensure a sterile environment.

The role requires graduation from an accredited Surgical Assistant program and certification such as CSFA/CFA/CSA, with BLS; ACLS preferred.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program and certification as CSFA/CFA/CSA.
• Minimum of 1 year perioperative experience preferred in various surgical specialties.
• BLS is required; ACLS preferred for emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and organize the operating room with instruments and implants for procedures.
• Review schedules and patient information to ensure readiness and safety.
• Assist with patient positioning, skin prep, draping, and safety measures.
• Verify surgical site and patient identity per Universal Protocol.
• Provide direct surgical assistance during operative procedures.
• Handle instruments and maintain sterile technique throughout cases.
• Retract tissues for optimal visualization and assist with hemostasis.
• Contribute to wound closure and dressing according to training and credentialing.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and technologists to ensure efficient cases.
• Support quality improvement, patient safety, and infection prevention initiatives.

Skills

CSFA certification

CFA certification

CSA certification

BLS certification

ACLS preferred

Surgical specialties experience

Education

Accredited Surgical Assistant program graduate

Associate or Bachelor's healthcare degree (preferred)

Job description

Responsibilities

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center

Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center GW Health is the first new full-service hospital in Washington, DC in more than 20 years, integrating clinical care with existing community providers, Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC’s), The George Washington University Hospital, and our Urgent Care Center in Ward 8. This integrated delivery system is a robust network of care for all District residents, but more importantly, it ensures that residents of Wards 7 and 8 have access to high-quality care in their community. This full-service hospital includes 136 beds (with the ability to expand to 184 beds), a verified trauma center, adult and pediatric emergency departments, maternal health and newborn delivery, an ambulatory pavilion for clinic visits and other outpatient services, a 500-car garage, and a helipad for emergency transport.

We are seeking an experienced Surgical Assistant (Full-Time)

The Surgical Assistant is a highly skilled member of the perioperative team who provides direct assistance to surgeons during operative and invasive procedures. Working under the direction of the surgeon, the Surgical Assistant facilitates safe, effective, and efficient surgical care by assisting with exposure, hemostasis, tissue handling, wound closure, and other technical functions. This role also supports patient care activities before, during, and after surgery while maintaining a sterile environment and adhering to all regulatory, safety, and infection prevention standards.

Job Duties/Responsibilities:

• Prepare and organize the operating room, ensuring all necessary instruments, equipment, supplies, and implants are available and functioning properly.
• Review surgical schedules, patient information, and procedure requirements to ensure readiness.
• Assist with patient positioning, skin preparation, draping, and application of safety measures.
• Verify surgical site, procedure, and patient identification in accordance with hospital policies and Universal Protocol.
• Provide direct surgical assistance to the operating surgeon during procedures.
• Handle surgical instruments and equipment as directed by the surgeon.
• Retract tissues, organs, and structures to maintain optimal visualization of the operative field.
• Assist with achieving hemostasis through clamping, ligating, cauterization, and other approved techniques.
• Perform wound closure, including suturing, stapling, and dressing application as permitted by training and credentialing.
• Maintain sterile technique and ensure compliance with infection prevention practices.
• Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesia providers, nurses, and surgical technologists to facilitate efficient case preparation.
• Participate in quality improvement, patient safety, and infection control initiatives.
• Maintain compliance with hospital policies, accreditation standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Assist in emergency procedures and trauma cases as needed.
• Support orientation and training of new staff and students when appropriate.
• Maintain professional competency through continuing education and certification requirements.

To learn more visit https://cedarhillregional.com/ or https://jobs.uhsinc.com/cedar-hill-regional-medical-center.

As a Cedar Hill Regional Medical Center employee, you will be part of an exceptional team with the following benefit offerings:

• Challenging and rewarding work environment
• Competitive Compensation & Generous Paid Time Off
• Excellent Medical, Dental, Vision and Prescription Drug Plans
• 401(K) with company match and discounted stock plan
• SoFi Student Loan Refinancing Program
• Career development opportunities within UHS and its 300+ Subsidiaries!

More information is available on our Benefits Guest Website: benefits.uhsguest.com.

About Universal Health Services

One of the nation’s largest and most respected providers of hospital and healthcare services, Universal Health Services, Inc. (UHS) has built an impressive record of achievement and performance. Growing steadily since its inception into an esteemed Fortune 500 corporation, annual revenues were $14.3 billion in 2023. During the year, UHS was again recognized as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies by Fortune; and listed in Forbes ranking of America’s Largest Public Companies.

Headquartered in King of Prussia, PA, UHS has approximately 96,700 employees and continues to grow through its subsidiaries. Operating acute care hospitals, behavioral health facilities, outpatient facilities and ambulatory care access points, an insurance offering, a physician network and various related services located all over the U.S. States, Washington, D.C., Puerto Rico and the United Kingdom. www.uhs.com.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program, Surgical First Assistant program, or equivalent healthcare training program required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field preferred.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience as a Surgical Assistant, Surgical Technologist, or related perioperative role preferred.
• Experience assisting in a variety of surgical specialties is preferred.
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), Certified First Assistant (CFA), Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA), or equivalent certification required.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACL) preferred.

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