Surgical Assistant

Surgical First Assistant

At OrthoVirginia, you're part of a team dedicated to delivering expert orthopedic and therapy care across the state. As Virginia's largest provider of musculoskeletal care, we offer full-time and part-time opportunities in a collaborative, team-oriented environment.

With more than 159 physicians in over 35 locationsincluding Lynchburg, Northern Virginia, Richmond, Southwest Virginia, and Hampton RoadsOrthoVirginia is a leader in orthopedic surgery, non-surgical care, and physical, hand, and occupational therapy. Our nationally recognized specialists treat a full range of musculoskeletal injuries and conditions, helping patients of all ages move, heal, and thrive.

Join us and become part of a trusted network committed to excellence in orthopedic care.

Bring Your Surgical Expertise to a Collaborative Orthopedic Team

As a Surgical First Assistant at OrthoVirginia, you'll work directly alongside our surgeons and perioperative teams to support safe, efficient, high-quality surgical care.

You'll serve as an integral member of the operative team, providing skilled first-assist support throughout surgical and invasive procedures. This role is ideal for an experienced surgical professional who thrives in the OR, values teamwork, and is committed to delivering an exceptional standard of patient care.

What You'll Do

• Function as a first assistant during operative and other invasive procedures in accordance with established credentials, privileges, experience, education, and verified competencies.

• Review relevant patient health information, including history and physical documentation, in preparation for procedures.

• Assist surgeons through the appropriate use of instruments, retractors, suction, and sponging techniques.

• Handle and dissect tissue as directed by the surgeon.

• Clamp blood vessels, coagulate bleeding points, and ligate vessels as directed.

• Place drains and perform suturing of muscle, fascia, subcutaneous tissue, and skin as directed by the surgeon and within scope of practice.

• Anticipate procedural needs and collaborate closely with surgeons and the perioperative team to support safe and efficient patient care.

• Serve as a clinical resource to peers and colleagues regarding first-assistant practices and procedures.

• Maintain required credentials, privileges, competencies, and continuing education necessary to practice as a Surgical First Assistant.

• Protect patient privacy and maintain confidentiality of health information.

• Follow all applicable federal and state regulations, OSHA requirements, AAAHC standards, and AORN Perioperative Standards and Recommended Practices.

What You'll Bring

• Current credentials and qualifications required to practice as a Surgical First Assistant.

• Demonstrated experience functioning as a first assistant in an operative environment.

• Strong knowledge of surgical technique, instrumentation, anatomy, and sterile practices.

• Ability to anticipate surgeon and procedural needs while maintaining focus on patient safety.

• Strong communication skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a fast-paced, collaborative surgical team.

• Commitment to maintaining required clinical competencies, credentials, and continuing education.

Why OrthoVirginia?

At OrthoVirginia, you'll have the opportunity to work alongside experienced orthopedic surgeons and perioperative professionals while playing a hands-on role in delivering exceptional surgical care.

You'll join a team that values clinical excellence, collaboration, continuous learning, and patient-centered carewith opportunities to continue building your expertise within one of Virginia's leading orthopedic organizations.

Compensation Range for this position:

$40.91 - $61.37

Compensation for this role will be based on several factors, including the candidate's qualifications, relevant experience, education, skills, certifications, geography/market, and internal equity considerations.

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