Surgical Assistant/OR First Assist, Labor and Delivery
About The Position
The Surgical Assistant renders direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of patients. This work is performed under the direct supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the goals of the Department of Surgery, the philosophy of the Division of Nursing, and Medical Staff policy. The role involves interpretive skills and frequent interactive and consultative associations. The ability to retrieve, communicate, or otherwise present information in written, auditory, or visual formats is essential. Spoken communication is the primary way to express or exchange ideas; written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are also required. The position requires education sufficient to obtain licensure as a Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health and licensure as a Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions. Graduation from an accredited First Assistant program, certification in Surgical Assisting, and three years of operating room experience are preferred. VHC Health offers eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage, as well as additional wellness and retirement benefits. VHC Health is committed to wage transparency and equitable pay practices. Compensation is based on factors including qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, applicable shift differentials, internal equity, and market conditions. VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and maintains a drug-free workplace.
Requirements
- Meet the education requirements needed to obtain licensure as a Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health.
- Hold a license as a Surgical Assistant from the Virginia Department of Health Professions.
- Have written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills.
- Have the ability to communicate and present information verbally and in written, auditory, or visual formats.
Nice To Haves
- Graduation from an accredited First Assistant program.
- Three years of operating room experience.
- Certification in Surgical Assisting.
Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of patients.
- Perform surgical assistance under the direct supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with department goals, nursing philosophy, and Medical Staff policy.
- Retrieve, communicate, and present information in written, auditory, or visual formats.
Benefits
- Medical coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Dental coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Vision coverage, subject to eligibility requirements.
- Additional wellness benefits.
- Retirement benefits.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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