Weekend Alternative Surgical Assistant/OR First Assist

Purpose & Scope

The 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.

Education

• Satisfaction 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.

Experience

• Three years of operating room experience is preferred.

Certification/Licensure

• Licensed Surgical Assistant by the Virginia Department of Health Professions required.
• Certified in Surgical Assisting preferred.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, and vision coverage (subject to eligibility requirements).
• Additional wellness and retirement benefits designed to support employees and their families.

Compensation

• The compensation offered for this position—whether expressed as an annual salary or hourly rate—is determined based on a variety of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors.
• These factors include, but are not limited to, a candidate’s qualifications, relevant training and experience, skill level, shift differentials (where applicable), internal equity, and current market conditions.
• The posted hiring range reflects the range VHC Health, in good faith, believes is appropriate for this role at the time of posting. This range may be adjusted in the future based on business needs or market changes.
• No portion of compensation is considered earned until it is vested and determined in accordance with the terms of applicable policies and benefit plans.
• The availability and amount of any bonuses, incentives, or other benefits are subject to the terms of those plans and may be modified at the sole discretion of VHC Health, in accordance with applicable law.

About VHC Health

• VHC Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
• All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, national or ethnic origin, political affiliation, pregnancy (including childbirth, pregnancy-related conditions and lactation), race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by law.
• VHC Health maintains a drug-free workplace.
• The unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited at all VHC Health locations.