Certified Surgical First Assist

Certified Surgical First Assist

Hourly Wage Estimate: $36.90 - $55.35 / hour Learn more about the benefits offered for this job.

The estimate displayed represents the typical wage range of candidates hired. Factors that may be used to determine your actual salary may include your specific skills, how many years of experience you have and comparison to other employees already in this role. The typical candidate is hired below midpoint of the range.

Do you want to join an organization that invests in you as a(an) Certified Surgical First Assist? At Retreat Doctors' Hospital, you come first. HCA Healthcare has committed up to $300 million in programs to support our incredible team members over the course of three years.

Job Summary and Qualifications

Provides a safe environment for the surgical patient during the perioperative experience

Utilizes the principles of aseptic technique in creating and maintaining the sterile field

Plans and provides equipment and supplies based on patient and physician needs

Demonstrates competency in assisting surgeon as it relates to unit scope of care

Provides assistance and education to the scrub if unfamiliar with procedure or surgeon preference

Promotes cost containment while delivering quality patient care within the operating room

Pursues own professional growth and development through continuing education, seminars and in-services

Always treats physicians and patients as customers, being mindful of time and place for airing complaints or issues

Maintain positive attitude and professional demeanor with surgeons, staff, patients and the management team

Demonstrates flexibility by working with OR management and surgical team to cover call and staffing needs

Assists the staff with room preparation, turnover, and stocking of rooms and carts

Exercises sound judgment and decision-making skills on behalf of patient, self and peers

Adheres to hospital policies and procedures; supports the mission of the hospital

Demonstrates flexibility to perform other functions within Surgical Services to assist in the smooth operation of the department.

Compliant in completion of mandatory annual educational requirements

Maintain all active licenses/certifications as required by law to practice profession

EDUCATION /LICENSURE

Required – BLS Certification (30-day grace period)

Virginia State License - Surgical Assistant

EXPERIENCE

Required - Minimum of three years of Operating Room experience

Preferred – At least one year of experience as a Surgical Assistant

Benefits

Retreat Doctors' Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

• Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
• Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
• Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
• Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
• Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
• Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location.

Established in 1974, Henrico Doctors' Hospital is a 340-bed community hospital offering cardiology, gastroenterology, neurology, oncology, physical therapy, women's services and a 24/7 emergency department. Operated by HCA Healthcare, Henrico Doctors' Hospitals consists of three community campuses - Henrico, Parham, and Retreat Doctors' Hospitals along with a free-standing emergency center, Hanover Emergency Center. Envisioned, founded and supported by a group of independent physicians looking to provide high-quality care in an accessible community setting, Henrico Doctors' proudly remains committed to providing patients with the best care possible.

"Good people beget good people." - Dr. Thomas Frist, Sr. HCA Healthcare Co-Founder

We are a family 270,000 dedicated professionals! Our Talent Acquisition team is reviewing applications for our Certified Surgical First Assist opening. Qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.