Surgical Assistant/OR First Assist

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

Purpose & ScopeThe Surgical Assistant renders direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. This is accomplished under direct supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the goals of the Department of Surgery and the philosophy of the Division of Nursing and the policy of the Medical Staff. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate, or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.

Purpose & ScopeThe Surgical Assistant renders direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. This is accomplished under direct supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the goals of the Department of Surgery and the philosophy of the Division of Nursing and the policy of the Medical Staff. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate, or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position. EducationSatisfaction of education requirements needed to obtain licensure as a Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health is required. Graduation from an accredited program for First Assistants is preferred. Experience Three Years Of Operating Room Experience Is Preferred. Certification/LicensureLicensed Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required. Certified in Surgical Assisting preferred. At VHC Health, every role contributes to exceptional care, better outcomes, and stronger communities. In addition to your base compensation, VHC Health offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements), as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support our employees and their families. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors. These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions. The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes. No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans. The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law. VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace. The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.