Surgical First Assistant - Advanced Laparoscopy & Robotics

Riverside Health; Gloucester (VA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

Riverside Health Gloucester, VA is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to serve as first or second assistant on all surgical cases. You will assist with patient preparation, sterilization, room turnover, and equipment management, with competency in advanced laparoscopy, total joint, and/or robotics.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Surgical Assistant program and 3–4 years OR experience, plus specific Virginia certifications and CSFA/LSA options as hire requirements.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Surgical Assistant program (Required).
• 3-4 years OR experience as Surgical Assistant (Required).
• 1 year OR experience as Surgical Assistant Riverside Health System (Required).

Responsibilities

• Assist the physician with all aspects of care during operative procedures.
• Collaborate with physicians to meet the specialized needs of patients.
• Support cost containment and participate in equipment/product evaluations.

Skills

Advanced laparoscopy

Total Joint

Robotics

Education

Surgical Assistant program

Job description

Riverside Health Gloucester, VA is seeking a Surgical First Assistant to serve as first or second assistant on all surgical cases. You will assist with patient preparation, sterilization, room turnover, and equipment management, with competency in advanced laparoscopy, total joint, and/or robotics.

Qualifications include graduation from an accredited Surgical Assistant program and 3–4 years OR experience, plus specific Virginia certifications and CSFA/LSA options as hire requirements.