Weekend Surgical First Assistant - OR Support Pro

LewisGale Regional Health System; Salem (VA); On-site; USD 42,705 - 59,236; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision coverage

401(k) with company match

Career development opportunities

On‑call pay

Job summary

LewisGale Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a certified Surgical Tech First Assistant to provide high‑quality surgical support in our operating rooms. The role involves maintaining sterile fields, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety throughout the peri‑operative process.

This full‑time weekend day shift position requires Virginia licensure/certification and adherence to licensing standards.

Qualifications

• Three years of operating room scrubbing experience required.
• High school diploma required.
• Graduate of an approved Certified Surgical Assistant Program.
• Virginia Surgical Assistant License required.
• Certification as a Surgical First Assistant required within six months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Maintain sterile fields using aseptic technique.
• Plan equipment and supplies based on patient and physician needs.
• Assist the surgical team with case preparation, device setup, and room cleanup between cases.
• Demonstrate competency in assisting the surgeon within the scope of care.
• Promote cost containment while delivering quality patient care in the OR.
• Participate in on‑call assignments and be flexible to cover staffing as needed.
• Provide a safe peri‑operative environment and support the OR team.
• Pursue professional growth through continuing education and in‑service training.
• Adhere to hospital policies and support the hospital mission.

Skills

Surgical scrubbing experience

Education

High school diploma

Graduate of an approved Certified Surgical Assistant Program

Virginia Surgical Assistant License

Surgical First Assistant certification

Job description

LewisGale Medical Center, part of HCA Healthcare, is seeking a certified Surgical Tech First Assistant to provide high‑quality surgical support in our operating rooms. The role involves maintaining sterile fields, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety throughout the peri‑operative process.

This full‑time weekend day shift position requires Virginia licensure/certification and adherence to licensing standards.