Certified Surgical First Assistant

United Surgical Partners International, Inc; Fredericksburg (VA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 45,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage

401(k) and retirement planning

Paid holidays and vacation

Job summary

United Surgical Partners International, Inc. is seeking a part-time Certified Surgical First Assistant to join the Surgi-Center of Central VA. The ideal candidate will assist surgeons in various surgical procedures and ensure the highest quality of patient care.

This role demands a High School Diploma, a Surgical Technician Program completion, and necessary certifications. The center values teamwork and offers comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, and retirement options.

Qualifications

• Must have a High School Diploma or GED.
• Completion of a Surgical Technician Program is necessary.
• Must hold NBSTSA Surgical First Assistant Certification.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeons during surgeries by handing tools and holding incisions.
• Dress surgical wounds.
• Serve as back-up OR Scrub Tech several days of the week.

Skills

Medical terminology familiarity

Problem-solving

Surgical assistance

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Completion of Surgical Technician Program

NBSTSA Surgical First Assistant Certification

Job description

Surgi-Center of Central VA is hiring a Certified Surgical First Assistant (Part-time)

Why join Surgi-Center of Central VA?

• Patient-Centered Excellence: At Surgi-Center, we are dedicated to providing a high-quality, service-oriented environment that prioritizes patient care. Join a team that makes a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients and their families
• Accredited Quality: Our facility is accredited by the Accreditation Association for Ambulatory Health Care, reflecting our unwavering commitment to safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Physician Ownership: Be part of a center where physicians have an ownership or investment interest, fostering a collaborative and engaged workplace. A list of physician owners or investors is available upon request.
• State-of-the-Art Facilities: With 4 operating rooms and 3 treatment rooms, our center is equipped with advanced technology to deliver precise and efficient surgical care.
• Diverse Specialties: Our skilled surgical teams perform procedures in a wide range of specialties, including: Gastroenterology, Ophthalmology, Orthopedics, Podiatry, Urology, ENT
• Collaborative Environment: Work in a supportive and innovative atmosphere that values teamwork and encourages professional growth and development.

Certified Surgical First Assistant at Surgi-Center of Central VA

A surgical first assistant plays a vital role in a successful surgical procedure. They are primarily in charge of assisting surgeons, such as by arranging and handing over tools, holding open incisions, and dressing surgical wounds.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• Completion of a Surgical Technician Program.
• NBSTSA Surgical First Assistant Certification required.
• Two years of Certified Surgical First Assistant experience in multiple specialties or an equivalent combination of education and experience is preferred.
• Must be willing to serve as back-up OR Scrub Tech several days of the week.
• Able to deal with problems involving a few concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Other skills and abilities: General familiarity with medical terminology as it pertains to anatomy and surgical procedures in an operating room.

What We Offer

• Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage
• Life and AD&D coverage
• Availability of short- and long-term disability
• Flexible financial benefits including FSAs and HSAs
• 401(k) and access to retirement planning
• Paid holidays and vacation