Surgical Assistant II — OR Team Player (Pre/Post Care)

Sentara Healthcare Inc; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 78,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $7,500

Full-time position

Job summary

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia, is hiring a Certified Surgical Assistant I for a full-time role. The position offers a sign-on bonus and hours from 7am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

The Surgical Assistant supports the team with instrument setup, retraction, and closure, and performs pre- and postoperative duties to enhance patient care. Education requires a Trade School graduate (CAAHEP) credential, Virginia licensure as a Surgical Assistant, and BLS certification.

Qualifications

• CAAHEP-certified surgical assistant required.
• Licensed Surgical Assistant – Virginia required.
• BLS certification required by AHA.
• 1 year of operating room experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist surgeon with equipment selection and table setup.
• Provide retraction, visualization, and wound closure assistance.
• Administer medications, apply dressings, and manage postoperative tasks.
• Communicate effectively with the surgical team to ensure patient safety.

Skills

Surgical assistant

Interdisciplinary communication

Education

Trade School graduate (CAAHEP)

Job description

Sentara Obici Hospital in Suffolk, Virginia, is hiring a Certified Surgical Assistant I for a full-time role. The position offers a sign-on bonus and hours from 7am to 4pm, Monday through Friday.

The Surgical Assistant supports the team with instrument setup, retraction, and closure, and performs pre- and postoperative duties to enhance patient care. Education requires a Trade School graduate (CAAHEP) credential, Virginia licensure as a Surgical Assistant, and BLS certification.