PRN Surgical First Assist

HCA Healthcare; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage

401(k) Plan with matching contributions

Education assistance

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Richmond, Virginia, is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assist to join their team. You will work under the direction of the operating surgeon, assisting during procedures to ensure safety and efficiency. Responsibilities include preparing patients and assist in surgeries as directed. Ideal candidates will have a CAAHEP-accredited education and relevant certifications such as CSFA and BLS. This position offers a chance to work in a fast-paced surgical environment.

Qualifications

• Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited program in surgical assisting and hold the CSFA credential.
• BLS certification required.
• One year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon as first/second assistant during operations.
• Communicate with the surgeon to ascertain specific needs before the case.
• Ensure compliance with ASA standards during the procedure.

Skills

CAAHEP-accredited program in surgical assisting

CSFA credential

BLS certification

Experience in an operating room

Certified Surgical Assistant

Education

Graduate of a CAAHEP-accredited program

Job description

Introduction

Do you have the career opportunities as a PRN Surgical First Assist you want with your current employer? We have an exciting opportunity for you to join Boulders Ambulatory Surgery Center, part of the nation's leading provider of healthcare services, HCA Healthcare.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical coverage that covers many common services at no cost or for a low copay. Plans include prescription drug and behavioral health coverage as well as telemedicine services and free AirMed medical transportation.
• Additional options for dental and vision benefits, life and disability coverage, flexible spending accounts, supplemental health protection plans (accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity), auto and home insurance, identity theft protection, legal counseling, long‑term care coverage, moving assistance, pet insurance and more.
• Fertility and family building benefits through Progyny.
• Free counseling services and resources for emotional, physical and financial wellbeing.
• Family support, including adoption assistance, child and elder care resources and consumer discounts.
• 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service).
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan.
• Retirement readiness and rollover services and preferred banking partnerships.
• Education assistance (tuition, student loan, certification support, dependent scholarships).
• Colleague recognition program.
• Time Away From Work Program (paid time off, paid family leave, long‑ and short‑term disability coverage and leaves of absence).

Job Summary

As a Certified First Assist, you will work under the direction of the operating surgeon. You will function as first/second assistant to the surgeon during the operative procedure, providing aid in exposure, hemostasis, and other technical functions to ensure safe and efficient outcomes. You will be responsible for restocking and changing over rooms between cases.

What you will do in this role

• You will demonstrate the necessary practical, technical and/or specialized knowledge and skills required in accordance with ASA (Association of Surgical Assistants) and other regulatory standards.
• Communicate with the surgeon prior to the case to ascertain specific needs.
• You will share information with the remainder of the surgical team in a timely manner.
• You will assist with patient positioning, skin preparation and surgical draping according to the surgeon’s protocol.
• You will anticipate the needs of the surgeon to expedite the procedure while minimizing the patient’s exposure to surgical and anesthetic stress.
• You will ensure the temperature of the patient is discussed with anesthesia personnel in compliance with desired temperature ranges.
• You will assist the surgeon by providing retraction and aiding exposure of the operative site.
• Facilitate hemostasis of the surgical site by performing suction, irrigation and sponging during a surgical procedure.
• You will assist with skin or external suturing and stapling under the surgeon’s direction.

Qualifications

• You are a graduate of a CAAHEP‑accredited program in surgical assisting and hold the CSFA credential administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
• BLS certification.
• You have one year of experience in an operating room setting, preferably in an ambulatory surgery center.
• You are a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA).
• You have a valid BCLS Certification upon employment. Online certification is not acceptable.

Boulders Ambulatory Surgery Center is located in Richmond, Virginia, and serves residents in Henrico County and surrounding communities. The center offers orthopedic procedures including arthroscopic, ACL, carpal tunnel, fracture reduction (open and closed), frozen shoulder, knee osteotomy, meniscectomy, rotator cuff repair and injury, and total joint replacement of shoulder, hip and knee.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.