Certified Surgical Assistant Virginia Beach Ambulatory Surgery Center - 4.0 Virginia Beach, VA Job Details Full-time From $46 an hour 23 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Paid time off Vision insurance 401(k) matching Life insurance Paid sick time Qualifications BLS Certification Certified Surgical First Assistant Full Job Description Virginia Beach Ambulatory Surgery Center is seeking an experienced Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA/CSFA) to work as a 1st or 2nd assistant to the surgeon and under the direction and supervision of that surgeon may perform specific significant surgical tasks. Flexibility to work variable hours in alignment with the surgical schedule and staffing needs is essential. No call, nights, weekends or holidays!

Positive Work Environment Comprehensive Benefits Package Qualifications:

Graduation from an accredited Surgical Assistant Program is required; alternatively, active certification from NBSTSA (National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting), NSAA (National Surgical Assisting Association), or ABSA (American Board of Surgical Assisting) may be accepted in lieu of a

CAAHEP SA

program graduate. Surgical Assistant Certification and licensure with VDHP (Virginia Department of Health Professions) required. BLS certification is mandatory. Virginia Beach Ambulatory Surgery Center is a multi-specialty outpatient surgery center located on the campus of the Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital with four Operating Rooms. The center serves the specialties of orthopedics, otolaryngology, podiatry, urology, gynecology, plastic, oral surgery, and general surgery. Our highly qualified and experienced clinical staff is skilled in giving safe, compassionate care and providing you with a comfortable surgery experience. Duties include, but are not limited to: Demonstrates skills required by role as a Surgical Assistant including Complete knowledge of instruments, equipment and supplies as well as proper uses and sterile technique Demonstrates knowledge of anatomical structures Assist in positioning patient and understands purpose of positioning devices and uses to protect the patient from injury and to promote optimal exposure Ability to perform local anesthesia injections Anticipates, Listens, and assists under surgeon's supervision Creates and maintains a sterile field throughout Provides patient care that supports protection from harm Provides patient care that supports physical functioning of the patient Verifies medications, injections, labels, operative procedure, operative site and all allergies with surgeon and/or applicable RN support. Demonstrates a commitment to a healthy work environment by modeling the desired behaviors and encouraging those in others including through rewarding and disciplining direct reports and addressing complaints and resolving problems Demonstrates a clear understanding of regulations applicable to patient care and/or other center functions. Follows the center exposure control plans/blood borne and airborne pathogens. Promotes effective working relations and works effectively as part of a center team to facilitate the center's ability to meet its goals and objectives. Assumes all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Pay:

From $46.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) matching Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid sick time Paid time off Vision insurance

Medical Specialty:

Surgery Work Location:

In person