Certified Surgical First Assistant - OR Specialist

Virginia Commonwealth University Health; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join the operating room team. You will actively assist the surgeon to provide exposure, maintain hemostasis, and perform technical tasks to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires CSFA certification or progress toward it, plus experience as a surgical technologist. Shifts are rotating, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with on-call responsibilities as needed.

Qualifications

• Registered CSFA certification required.
• Experience as Surgical Technologist or CSFA is required.
• ACLS preferred; BLS/HCP certifications may be required.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon during operations to expose areas and maintain hemostasis.
• Support intraoperative tasks: tissue handling, suction, clamping, and dressings.
• Rotate through shifts, including weekends, holidays, and on-call as needed.

Skills

CSFA

Surgical Technologist

ACLS

LPN

Education

High School Diploma

Surgical Technology Program

Master of Surgical Assisting

LPN

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Health in Richmond, VA is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant to join the operating room team. You will actively assist the surgeon to provide exposure, maintain hemostasis, and perform technical tasks to ensure safe, efficient operations.

The role requires CSFA certification or progress toward it, plus experience as a surgical technologist. Shifts are rotating, including nights, weekends, and holidays, with on-call responsibilities as needed.