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$35/hr–$55/hr
Full-time
high school, professional certificate
Competitive Pay, Incentives, Referral Bonuses, 403(b) With Employer Contributions, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance
Posted 23d ago
~40 hrs/week
Responsibilities
The Surgical Assistant provides direct support to providers during surgical procedures, including scrubbing, gowning, and assisting with wound closure. They are responsible for maintaining the sterile field, managing surgical instruments, and ensuring patient safety through universal protocols.
Requirements
Candidates must have a high school diploma, completion of a Surgical Assistant Program, and a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) certification. Registration with the Virginia Board of Medicine is required for those employed in Virginia.
Full job description
Thank you for considering a career at Bon Secours!
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
40
Work Shift:
Nights (United States of America)
Bon Secours
About Us
As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.
Surgical Assistant - St. Mary's Hospital
Monday-Thursday Nights - 8:00 PM- 6:30 AM. No call, no weekends.
Candidates accepting a full time offer of employment may be eligible for a sign-on bonus up to $10,000! Rules & restrictions apply, ask your recruiter for details. Internal BSMH associates are not eligible for sign-on bonuses.
Job Summary:
The Surgical Assistant serves in the assistant role in the provision of care to patients undergoing a surgical procedure under the supervision of the provider in accordance with federal, state, and local regulations and within the policies, procedures, and guidelines of the organization. The Surgical Assistant is an entry-level practitioner and focused on learning and growing in this role.
Essential Functions:
Performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy. Routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases. Functions in the Surgical Tech capacity fulfilling the scrub role as assigned, demonstrating knowledge and implementation of sterile technique. Checks all instruments to ensure they are in proper working order prior to use. Assists with sponge, sharps, and instrument counts per policy and procedures. Handles specimens in accordance with hospital policy and procedure.
Protects patient information based on hospital policy and government regulations to assure information is kept confidential. Participates in unit and hospital efforts to reduce adverse patient care events. Actively participates in the Universal Protocol procedures that assure correct site surgery.
Communicates effectively with the circulating nurse upon observance of any missing or malfunctioning instruments and/or indication of any compromise to sterility. Reports any implants device, catheters, drains and packing circulator.
Assists with OR case preparation: Utilizes surgeon’s preference list to procure equipment and arrange proper placement in the OR; Utilizes aseptic technique when establishing the sterile field, opening supplies and instruments; Assists with monitoring and maintaining the sterile field.
Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping.
Under the direct observation of the surgeon, may: Insert secondary trocars; Place instruments through trocars; Utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling); Inject infiltration local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel. During surgical procedures: Use sponges and suction; Cauterization processes; Appropriately place and manipulate retractors (with or without padding); Irrigate the wound site(s); Cut suture material, handle hemostats, and tie suture; Provides assistance securing drains to tissue. Closes the surgical wound: May assist suture closing of fascia layer under the direct observation of the surgeon; Sutures the subcutaneous tissues and skin including with the use of a skin stapler if needed. Applies appropriate wound dressings, including medicated dressings.
This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.
Education:
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)
Required Licensing & Certifications:
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA), or National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) (required) (if hired in Virginia prior to July 1, 2020, preferred; if hired in Cincinnati, preferred).
If employed in Virginia, must be registered with the Virginia Board of Medicine. (required)
Experience:
One year health care experience (preferred)
Skills & Abilities:
Hard/Tech/Clinical Skills:
Monitor patient conditions during treatment
Completes specific, routine task
Requires basic reading, writing, or simple arithmetic skill
May operate basic equipment/machinery.
Ability to Follow Instructions
Soft/Interpersonal Skills:
Attention to detail
Critical thinking
Teamwork
Conflict resolution
Active listening
Relationship building
Demonstrates a caring attitude and intentional caring behaviors in interpersonal interactions and patient/family care.
Communicates clearly all pertinent patient information to other members of the health care team.
Possess Surgical Conscience
Anticipate Needs
Flexible
Assists with performing circulator skills and tasks
Takes direction
Able to work under pressure
Professionalism
Move with a sense of urgency
Range:
Minimum: $35.82
Maximum: $55.52
Training:
None
Bon Secours is an equal opportunity employer.
As a Bon Secours associate, you’re part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being – personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way.
What we offer
Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurances, mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short- and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support
Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.
Department:
Inpatient Surgery - St. Mary's - Richmond
It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you’d like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health– Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer, please email recruitment@mercy.com. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com.
Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is a global Catholic health ministry operating in the United States, Ireland and the Philippines. A $14 billion organization, BSMH delivers care and health services through 47 hospitals and a network of approximately 60,000 associates, including more than 3,000 providers, across 1,200+ sites of care. It is one of the largest health systems in the United States and the largest not-for-profit private healthcare provider in Ireland.
Bon Secours Mercy Health’s portfolio extends beyond hospitals to include ambulatory care, digital capabilities, population health and international operations, as well as a diverse set of companies providing advisory and technology-enabled solutions that strengthen clinical quality, operational performance, data capabilities and financial outcomes.
Rooted in the compassionate ministry of Jesus, BSMH is committed to improving health and well-being in the communities it serves, especially those most in need who are poor, dying and underserved. Across its ministry, Bon Secours Mercy Health provides more than $415 million in community benefit each year, supporting programs and initiatives that address social drivers of health and strengthen communities. Through Global Ministries, BSMH supports underserved communities in Haiti, Peru, South Sudan and the Philippines.
Bon Secours Mercy Health (BSMH) is a global Catholic health ministry operating in the United States, Ireland and the Philippines. A $14 billion organization, BSMH delivers care and health services through 47 hospitals and a network of approximately 60,000 associates, including more than 3,000 providers, across 1,200+ sites of care. It is one of the largest health systems in the United States and the largest not-for-profit private healthcare provider in Ireland.
Bon Secours Mercy Health’s portfolio extends beyond hospitals to include ambulatory care, digital capabilities, population health and international operations, as well as a diverse set of companies providing advisory and technology-enabled solutions that strengthen clinical quality, operational performance, data capabilities and financial outcomes.
Rooted in the compassionate ministry of Jesus, BSMH is committed to improving health and well-being in the communities it serves, especially those most in need who are poor, dying and underserved. Across its ministry, Bon Secours Mercy Health provides more than $415 million in community benefit each year, supporting programs and initiatives that address social drivers of health and strengthen communities. Through Global Ministries, BSMH supports underserved communities in Haiti, Peru, South Sudan and the Philippines.