Surgical Assistant II

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Overview:

Sentara is hiring a Surgical Assistant III at Sentara Virginia Beach General, in Virginia Beach Virginia.

Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 for qualified candidates!

Shift: Rotating

Overview

The Surgical Assistant III 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.

The Surgical Assistant III participates in the development and annual review of unit based clinical orientation guide; demonstrates proficiency in advanced skills (Examples may include: Performs harvesting of veins, proper preparation of an ACL graft, preparation of surgical mesh etc.); and serves as a mentor and role model to students, new employees, and fellow staff.

Demonstrates in depth clinical and technical skills in 3 surgical specialties and outstanding performance in 1 to 2 specialties with documented recognition by provider or leader. Participates in departmental improvement efforts to include quality improvement projects, conducting in-services, etc.

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

• Surgical Assistant Trade School Degree REQUIRED

Certification/Licensure

• Virginia Surgical Assistant License REQUIRED
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED

Experience

• 3 years SA experience required

KEYWORDS: Talroo – Allied Health. Surgical First Assist. Certified First Assist. Surgical Assistant.

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Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, located in Virginia Beach, VA, is home to the region’s only Level III Trauma Center. Our 273-bed facility has a long history of commitment to our communities of Virginia Beach, Eastern Shore, and Northeastern North Carolina, offering specialized tertiary services as well as many advanced clinical services. We are located just 15 minutes from VA Beach Town Center and just a few minutes to the Oceanfront.

As a recognized accredited Primary Stroke Center, and Magnet hospital for nursing excellence, our hospital specializes in heart, vascular, neuroscience, neurosurgery, orthopedics and spine care, cancer care, advanced imaging, and behavioral health.

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.