Surgical Assistant - OR Support | Sign-On Bonus

Bon Secours Mercy Health; Petersburg (VA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Medical, dental, vision coverage

Paid time off

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Bon Secours Mercy Health is hiring a Surgical Assistant for the Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia. This entry-level position focuses on patient care during surgical procedures under supervision, requiring a high school diploma and completion of a Surgical Assistant Program. Candidates should possess critical thinking and teamwork skills, and may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Required to have basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skills.
• Must complete specific routine tasks as directed.
• Ability to follow instructions is critical.

Responsibilities

• Perform surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy.
• Assist with OR case preparation and monitor sterile field.
• Communicate effectively with surgical team regarding instruments.

Skills

Monitor patient conditions during treatment

Attention to detail

Critical thinking

Teamwork

Active listening

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program

Tools

Basic medical equipment

Job description

Bon Secours Mercy Health is hiring a Surgical Assistant for the Southside Medical Center in Petersburg, Virginia. This entry-level position focuses on patient care during surgical procedures under supervision, requiring a high school diploma and completion of a Surgical Assistant Program. Candidates should possess critical thinking and teamwork skills, and may be eligible for a sign-on bonus. Benefits include competitive pay, medical coverage, and tuition assistance.