OR Surgical First Assistant

# OR Surgical First AssistantVHC HealthFull TimemidArlington, Virginia, USPosted Yesterday## Role OverviewVHC Health is hiring a mid-level OR Surgical First Assistant. This is a full-time role in Arlington. posted yesterday. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.## Resume Keywords to IncludeMake sure these keywords appear in your resume to improve ATS scoringExpressORPurposeScopeSurgicalAssistantDepartmentSurgerySign up free to auto-tailor your resume with all these keywords and get a higher ATS score## Job DescriptionPurpose & ScopeThe Surgical Assistant renders direct patient care by assisting the surgeon in the surgical treatment of the patient. This is accomplished under direct supervision of the attending surgeon and in accordance with the goals of the Department of Surgery and the philosophy of the Division of Nursing and the policy of the Medical Staff. Interpretive skills, frequent interactive and consultative associations, are inherent in the position. The ability to retrieve, communicate, or otherwise present information in a written, auditory, or visual fashion is essential. The primary method to express or exchange ideas is through the spoken word. Written, telephone, and manual dexterity skills are required for this position.### EducationSatisfaction of education requirements needed to obtain licensure as a Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health is required.Graduation from an accredited program for First Assistants is preferred.### ExperienceThree Years Of Operating Room Experience Is Preferred.Certification/LicensureLicensed Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.Certified in Surgical Assisting preferred. #J-18808-Ljbffr