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Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital - Operating Room is hiring a full time Certified Surgical Assistant II for a Full Time, second shift position.

Hours are 9am to 9pm- 36 hours per week. No Call Required.

Schedule: Block scheduling, 3 days on, 2 days off, 3 days on, 6 days off (Ex: would work W, TH, F be off the weekend work M, T, W and come back in the next Wednesday).

Up to $15,000 sign on bonus for qualified candidates!

Department Information: Performing an average of 7,000 cases each year, the Operating Room at SMJH has 8 OR suites and offers a variety of service lines including; Complex GYN, Neurosurgery, Vascular/Thoracic and Orthopedic surgery. It is also the 2nd highest-performing OR in the Sentara system for Orthopedic total joint procedures.

Overview

The Surgical Assistant II anticipates the needs of the surgical team, the Surgical Assistant assists the surgeon with tasks such as selecting equipment, set up of various tables and positioning equipment, providing retraction for visualization of surgical site, cauterization of bleeding vessels, suturing and closure of incision, instillation of medications, application of surgical dressings, splints, and casts. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant uses effective interdisciplinary communication to facilitate optimal patient outcomes.

Demonstrates in depth clinical and technical skills in 3 surgical specialties. Participates in departmental improvement efforts to include quality improvement projects, conducting in-services, etc.

Participates in the orientation process for new employees and the educational instruction for the Surgical Assistant student, intern, or extern Graduate of CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited Surgical Assistant Program.

Graduate of CAAHEP (Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs) accredited Surgical Assistant Program required.

Surgical Assistant license required for appropriate state of practice

Education

• TS - Trade School Graduate - Surgical Assistant

Certification/Licensure

• Licensed Surgical Assistant - Virginia
• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) - Certifications - National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) OR
• Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - Certifications - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - Certification - American Heart Association (AHA)

Experience

• 3 years of Operating room experience required
• Demonstrates in depth clinical and technical skills in 3 surgical specialties. required
• Participates in departmental improvement efforts to include quality improvement projects, conducting in-services, etc. required
• Uses effective interdisciplinary communication to facilitate optimal patient outcomes required

Keywords: Surg Assist, CSFA, CSA, First Assistant, Surgical Assistant, Surgical Services, Surgical Tech, CST, OR, Surgery, Surgical Services, Operating Room, Surgical Technician,

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Sentara Martha Jefferson Hospital, located in Charlottesville, VA, is a Magnet status, 176-bed facility featuring all patient-friendly private rooms. Since its founding more than 100 years ago, Sentara Martha Jefferson has constantly evolved to meet the diverse healthcare needs of the patients who trust us with their care.

Today, our vision is as clear as it was to our founders. We will continue to set the standard for clinical quality and personalized healthcare services. Our hospital offers specialized care in Cancer Care, Heart and Vascular, Neurology and Neurosurgery (including a Primary Stroke Center), Orthopedics, and Maternity.

Sentara Health is an equal opportunity employer and prides itself on the diversity and inclusiveness of its close to an almost 30,000-member workforce. Diversity, inclusion, and belonging is a guiding principle of the organization to ensure its workforce reflects the communities it serves.

In support of our mission "to improve health every day," this is a tobacco-free environment.

For positions that are available as remote work, Sentara Health employs associates in the following states:

Alabama, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Idaho, Indiana, Kansas, Louisiana, Maine, Maryland, Minnesota, Nebraska, Nevada, New Hampshire, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, South Dakota, Tennessee, Texas, Utah, Virginia, Washington, West Virginia, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.

White Oak Medical Center

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Adventist HealthCare seeks to hire an experienced Cardiovascular Surgical Assistant for our Operating Room who will embrace our mission to extend God's care through the ministry of physical, mental, and spiritual healing.

As a Cardiovascular Surgical Assistant, you will:
• Assist the OR team in setting up the operating room for surgical procedures, collaborates with the surgical team in selecting the appropriate equipment and positioning devises for the surgery. Anticipate additional instrument and supplies needed during the procedure.
• Collaborate with the surgical team when positioning the patient making certain the body is in proper alignment, pressure points are padded, circulation and nerve impingement are not compromised, and the position provides exposure for the surgical procedure and anesthesia access. Follow surgeon position preferences and well as patient comfort and safety.
• Utilize appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis by: Permanent: Clamping and /or cauterizing vessels or tissue; tying and /or ligating clamped vessels or tissues; applying hemostatic clips; Placing local hemostatic agents.
• Apply sutures, staples, clips, or other materials to close skin, facia, or subcutaneous wound layers
• Assist in the insertion, positioning, or suturing of closed-wound drainage systems
• Discuss with surgeon the nature of the surgical procedure, including operative consent, methods of operative exposure, diagnostic or laboratory data, or patient-advanced directives or other needs.
• Incise tissue layers in lower or upper extremities to harvest veins
• Monitor and maintain aseptic technique throughout procedures
• Anticipate surgeon's/physicians moves in an expeditious manner.
• Close body planes utilizing appropriate techniques.
• Apply appropriate wound dressings: liquid, spray, absorbent material and immobilization dressings.
• Work collaboratively with the surgical team to expedite safe surgical care.
• Transport patient to the Post-Anesthesia Care Unit (PACU) with the assistance of the anesthesia provider.

Qualifications include:
• 3-5 years of experience as a cardiac surgical first assistant in an active cardiac program
• 1-2 years Cardiac surgery experience
• Graduate of CAAHEP Surgical Assistant program recognized by US Dept. Of Ed.
• Initial Certification CSFA, CSA or SA-C
• American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification. American Heart Association Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification preferred. Obtain in first year.
• Maintain mandated Certification competencies & CEU's
• Cert. conferred by NBSTSA, ABSA or NSSA

Work Schedule:

M-F Full Time; Day Shift with on-call obligations

Pay Range:
$46.18 - $0.19
If the salary range is listed as 0 or if the position is Per Diem (with a fixed rate), salary discussions will take place during the screening process.

Under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA), this position is classified as:
United States of America (Non-Exempt)

At Adventist HealthCare our job is to care for you.

We do this by offering:

• Work life balance through nonrotating shifts
• Recognition and rewards for professional expertise
• Free Employee parking
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, and Vision coverage for employees and their eligible dependents effective on your date of hire
• Employer-paid Short & Long-Term Disability, Basic Life Insurance and AD&D, (short-term disability buy-up available)
• Paid Time Off
• Employer retirement contribution and match after 1-year of eligible employment with a 3-year vesting period
• Voluntary benefits include flexible spending accounts, legal plans, and life, pet, auto, home, long term care, and critical illness & accident insurance
• Subsidized childcare at participating childcare centers
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) support

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

Surgical Assistant - St. Mary's Hospital

Three -12 hour shifts - 7:45 am - 8:15 pm

Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus of $5000 for new graduates and $7500 for candidates with at least one year of experience! Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.

Job Summary:

The Surgical Assistant serves in the assistant role in the provision of care to patients undergoing a surgical procedure under the supervision of the provider in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The Surgical Assistant is an entry-level practitioner and focused on learning and growing in this role?

Essential Functions:

• Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy? Routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases? Functions in the Surgical Tech capacity fulfilling the scrub role as assigned, demonstrating knowledge and implementation of sterile technique. Checks all instruments to ensure they are in proper working order prior to use? Assists with sponge, sharps, and instrument counts per policy and procedures? Handles specimens in accordance with hospital policy and procedure?

• Protects patient information based on hospital policy and government regulations to assure information is kept confidential? Participates in unit and hospital efforts to reduce adverse patient care events? Actively participates in the Universal Protocol procedures that assure correct site surgery?

• Communicates effectively with the circulating nurse upon observance of any missing or malfunctioning instruments and/or indication of any compromise to sterility? Reports any implants device, catheters, drains and packing circulator?

• Assists with OR case preparation: Utilizes surgeon's preference list to procure equipment and arrange proper placement in the OR; Utilizes aseptic technique when establishing the sterile field, opening supplies and instruments; Assists with monitoring and maintaining the sterile field?

• Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping?

• Under the direct observation of the surgeon, may: Insert secondary trocars; Place instruments through trocars; Utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling); Inject infiltration local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel? During surgical procedures: Use sponges and suction; Cauterization processes; Appropriately place and manipulate retractors (with or without padding); Irrigate the wound site(s); Cut suture material, handle hemostats, and tie suture; Provides assistance securing drains to tissue? Closes the surgical wound: May assist suture closing of fascia layer under the direct observation of the surgeon; Sutures the subcutaneous tissues and skin including with the use of a skin stapler if needed? Applies appropriate wound dressings, including medicated dressings?

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation?

Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent (required)?

• Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)?

Required Licensing & Certifications:

• BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)?

• Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (required) (if hired in Virginia prior to July 1, 2020, preferred; if hired in Cincinnati, preferred)?

• If employed in Virginia, must be registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine. (required)?

Experience:

• One year health care experience (preferred)?

Skills & Abilities:

Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills : ?

• Monitor patient conditions during treatment?

• Completes specific, routine task?

• Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill?

• May operate basic equipment/machinery?

• Ability to Follow Instructions?

Soft/Interpersonal Skills:?

• Attention to detail?

• Critical thinking?

• Teamwork?

• Conflict resolution?

• Active listening?

• Relationship building?

• Demonstrates a caring attitude and intentional caring behaviors in interpersonal interactions and patient/family care?

• Communicates clearly all pertinent patient information to other members of the health care team?

• Possess Surgical Conscience?

• Anticipate Needs?

• Flexible?

• Assists with performing circulator skills and tasks?

• Takes direction?

• Able to work under pressure?

• Professionalism?

• Move with a sense of urgency?

Training:

None

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at

We are committed to provide unparalleled service and we will do whatever we can to ensure your assignment is as pleasant as possible.

If you are interested in this position, please contact your recruiter and reference Job #

Start the day excited to make a difference.end the day knowing you did. Come join our team.

Essential Functions & Responsibilities:

• Under the supervision of the operating surgeon, assists in skin closure, subcutaneous closure and ties, facia closure and ties, closure and ties of peritoneum, tying deep vessels, incising tissue, and performs haemostatic techniques.
• Assists with procedural set up and patient preparedness for specific procedures in positioning, prepping and draping.
• Observes aseptic techniques in preparing for and assisting with procedures.
• Participates in patient transport, room turnover as indicated by unit activity to facilitate utilization of services in a cost effective manner.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Functions to present skills and knowledge levels reflective of education and experience at the assistant position at or a minimum of 90 days and or present reference of equivalent experience required.
• Registered and licensed with the Virginia Board of Medicine as a Surgical Assistant required.
• Certified First Surgical Assistant with the National Board of National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA)
• Virginia Board of Medicine registered Scrub Tech preferred.
• AHA BLS CPR provider certification required.

As an EOE/AA employer, the organization will not discriminate in its employment practices due to an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, and veteran or disability status.

At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence.

This position is eligible for a $7,500-$10,000 Sign On Bonus!

About Us

As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Surgical Assistant - Mary Immaculate Hospital:

Hours: Part-time, evenings, 2-3 days a week, Mon & Tues

Primary Function/General Purpose of Position

The Surgical Assistant serves in the assistant role in the provision of care to patients undergoing a surgical procedure under the supervision of the provider in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The Surgical Assistant is an entry-level practitioner and focused on learning and growing in this role.

Licensing/Certification

BLS Basic Life Support - American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)

Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) - The National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (required) (if hired in Virginia prior to July 1, 2020, preferred; if hired in Cincinnati, preferred).

If employed in Virginia, must be registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine. (required)

Education

High school diploma or equivalent (required)

Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)

Work Experience

One year health care experience (preferred)

Essential Job Functions

• Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy. Routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases. Functions in the Surgical Tech capacity fulfilling the scrub role as assigned, demonstrating knowledge and implementation of sterile technique. Checks all instruments to ensure they are in proper working order prior to use. Assists with sponge, sharps, and instrument counts per policy and procedures. Handles specimens in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.

• Protects patient information based on hospital policy and government regulations to assure information is kept confidential. Participates in unit and hospital efforts to reduce adverse patient care events. Actively participates in the Universal Protocol procedures that assure correct site surgery.

• Communicates effectively with the circulating nurse upon observance of any missing or malfunctioning instruments and/or indication of any compromise to sterility. Reports any implants device, catheters, drains and packing circulator.

• Assists with OR case preparation: Utilizes surgeon's preference list to procure equipment and arrangeproper placement in the OR; Utilizesaseptic technique when establishingthe sterile field, opening supplies and instruments; Assists with monitoring and maintainingthe sterile field.

• Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping.

• Under the direct observation of the surgeon, may: Insertsecondary trocars; Place instruments through trocars; Utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling); Inject infiltration local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel. During surgical procedures: Use sponges and suction; Cauterization processes; Appropriately place and manipulate retractors (with or without padding); Irrigate the wound site(s); Cut suture material, handle hemostats, and tie suture; Provides assistance securing drains to tissue. Closes the surgical wound: May assist suture closing of fascia layer under the direct observation of the surgeon; Sutures the subcutaneous tissues and skin including with the use of a skin stapler if needed. Applies appropriate wound dressings, including medicated dressings.

• Assists the team members in selecting and preparing necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures. Anticipates, assists, and provides for the surgeon's needs to include draping, correct instruments, and supplies.Participates in room turnover procedures including set-up and clean-up protocols.

• Supports nursing staff's efforts to exceed patient satisfaction rates for the nursing unit. Supports efforts to exceed targets for employee engagement, recruitment, and retention for the department. Strives to provide quality patient care that is cost effective by cooperating with efforts to appropriately manage the use of valuable hospital and human resources

• Achieves outcomes that consistently meet or exceed generally accepted clinical standards for the discipline. Participates in relevant quality improvement activities and unit performance.

• Serves as a preceptor for students and new Surgical Assistants.

• Takes call as required by department.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with:

Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans

Prescription drug coverage

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance w/AD&D

Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible

Paid time off

Educational Assistance

And much more

*Benefits offerings vary according to employment status

All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health - Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours - Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at