Bon Secours Health System
Surgical Assistant (CSFA) - Mary Immaculate Hospital:
Bon Secours Health System, Newport News, Virginia, United States, 23600
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Work Shift:
Days/Evenings (United States of America)
This position is eligible for a $7,500-$10,000 Sign On Bonus!!
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 - Mary Immaculate Hospital Hours:
Part‑time, 2‑3 days a week, Mon & Tues
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position 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 focuses on learning and growing in this role.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) – The 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)
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)
Work Experience One year health care experience (preferred)
Essential Job Functions
The assistant performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy and routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases. Assists with instrument counts, handles specimens, and checks instruments before use.
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 and 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 or any compromise to sterility, and reports any implants, device, catheters, drains and packing circulator.
Assists with OR case preparation, utilizing the surgeon’s preference list to procure equipment and arrange proper placement in the OR while maintaining sterile technique.
Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping.
Under direct observation of the surgeon, may insert secondary trocars, place instruments through trocars, utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling), inject local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel, use sponges and suction, cauterization, manipulate retractors, irrigate wound sites, cut suture material, handle hemostats and tie suture, provide assistance with securing drains to tissue and close surgical wounds.
Assists the team members in selecting and preparing necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures, anticipating and providing the surgeon’s needs.
Participates in room turnover procedures including set‑up and clean‑up protocols.
Supports nursing staff’s efforts to exceed patient satisfaction rates, contributes to employee engagement, recruitment, and retention targets, and strives to provide cost‑effective quality patient care.
Participates in relevant quality improvement activities and unit performance and meets generally accepted clinical standards for the discipline.
Serves as a preceptor for students and new Surgical Assistants.
Takes call as required by department.
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.
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‑term 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 - Mary Immaculate
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 employers, 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.
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Scheduled Weekly Hours:
24
Work Shift:
Days/Evenings (United States of America)
This position is eligible for a $7,500-$10,000 Sign On Bonus!!
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 - Mary Immaculate Hospital Hours:
Part‑time, 2‑3 days a week, Mon & Tues
Primary Function/General Purpose of Position 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 focuses on learning and growing in this role.
Licensing/Certification
BLS Basic Life Support – American Heart Association (preferred upon hire, must obtain from approved source prior to direct patient care)
Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) – The 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)
Education
High school diploma or equivalent (required)
Completion of a Surgical Assistant Program (required)
Work Experience One year health care experience (preferred)
Essential Job Functions
The assistant performs surgical hand scrub, gowning, and gloving according to policy and routinely functions as first or second assist on assigned cases. Assists with instrument counts, handles specimens, and checks instruments before use.
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 and 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 or any compromise to sterility, and reports any implants, device, catheters, drains and packing circulator.
Assists with OR case preparation, utilizing the surgeon’s preference list to procure equipment and arrange proper placement in the OR while maintaining sterile technique.
Assists with patient positioning, skin clipping and prepping, foley catheterization and draping.
Under direct observation of the surgeon, may insert secondary trocars, place instruments through trocars, utilize power equipment and stapling devices (other than skin stapling), inject local anesthetic medications excluding Exparel, use sponges and suction, cauterization, manipulate retractors, irrigate wound sites, cut suture material, handle hemostats and tie suture, provide assistance with securing drains to tissue and close surgical wounds.
Assists the team members in selecting and preparing necessary supplies, instruments, and equipment for surgical procedures, anticipating and providing the surgeon’s needs.
Participates in room turnover procedures including set‑up and clean‑up protocols.
Supports nursing staff’s efforts to exceed patient satisfaction rates, contributes to employee engagement, recruitment, and retention targets, and strives to provide cost‑effective quality patient care.
Participates in relevant quality improvement activities and unit performance and meets generally accepted clinical standards for the discipline.
Serves as a preceptor for students and new Surgical Assistants.
Takes call as required by department.
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.
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‑term 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 - Mary Immaculate
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 employers, 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.
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