Surgical Assistant: Expert OR Support & Care

VHC Health; Arlington (VA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Surgical Assistant to provide direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in operative procedures. The role operates under direct supervision of the attending surgeon within the Department of Surgery.

Qualified candidates must be licensed Surgical Assistants in Virginia, graduate from an accredited First Assistant program, and preferably have operating room experience. VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to equitable pay.

Qualifications

• Licensure as Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions is required.
• Graduation from an accredited First Assistant program is preferred.
• Three years of operating room experience is preferred.
• Certification in Surgical Assisting is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon in operative procedures and provide direct patient care under direct supervision.
• Contribute to the surgical team's efficiency and patient safety.
• Utilize written, verbal, and visual communication to convey information as needed.

Skills

Manual dexterity

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

Surgical Assistant licensure education requirements

Accredited First Assistant program graduate

Job description

VHC Health in Arlington, VA seeks a Surgical Assistant to provide direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in operative procedures. The role operates under direct supervision of the attending surgeon within the Department of Surgery.

Qualified candidates must be licensed Surgical Assistants in Virginia, graduate from an accredited First Assistant program, and preferably have operating room experience. VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package and a commitment to equitable pay.