Certified Surgical Assistant I — Elevate OR Care (Sign-On)

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Suffolk, Northern (VA, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $7,500 (new grad)

Sign-on bonus up to $15,000 (experienc

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA, is hiring a Certified Surgical Assistant I for a full-time role. The position supports the surgical team with intraoperative tasks including equipment setup, retraction, suturing, and wound closure, and also handles pre/postoperative duties to enhance patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a TS diploma with CAAHEP Surgical Assistant training, Virginia licensure as a Surgical Assistant, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Trade school graduate with Surgical Assistant training (CAAHEP) is required.
• Virginia licensure as Surgical Assistant is required.
• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) or CSFA credentials preferred; BLS required.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon with intraoperative tasks: equipment setup, retraction, suturing, and wound closure.
• Prepare and position for surgery and aid in visualization of the surgical site.
• Complete preoperative and postoperative duties to support patient care and team communication.
• Participate in departmental improvement efforts and ensure effective interdisciplinary communication.

Skills

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

TS – Trade School Graduate

CAAHEP – Surgical Assistant

Job description

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, VA, is hiring a Certified Surgical Assistant I for a full-time role. The position supports the surgical team with intraoperative tasks including equipment setup, retraction, suturing, and wound closure, and also handles pre/postoperative duties to enhance patient care.

The ideal candidate will have a TS diploma with CAAHEP Surgical Assistant training, Virginia licensure as a Surgical Assistant, and BLS certification.