Description

American Traveler is seeking a Certified Surgical First Assistant with a minimum of 2 years of experience and independent Da Vinci Robot proficiency for a hospital OR position in Richmond, VA.

Details

• Hospital operating room setting specializing in robotics, spine, ortho, laparoscopic, general, gynecologic, urology, vascular, thoracic, pediatrics, hybrid cases, ENT, plastics, and bariatrics
• Patient population spans all ages, including pediatrics
• Candidates must be proficient across most surgical specialties
• Schedule is 8-hour day shifts, Mon–Fri, 6:45am–3:15pm
• Call requirement includes 6 on-call shifts and one weekend within each 6-week period

Requirements

• Minimum 2 years of experience as a Surgical First Assistant
• Independent Da Vinci Robot experience required
• Pediatric surgical experience required
• Prior travel experience strongly preferred
• Graduate of an accredited school of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
• BLS certification required
• CFA or CSA certification required
• Active Virginia (VA) license required if applicable
• Proof of address (e.g., Driver's License, Voter Registration card, Federal Tax Return, Military Form 2058, or W2) required for consideration
• 1 supervisory reference required for consideration
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Responsible for patient positioning, holding retraction for exposure, tying sutures, assisting with dressing application, and closing the skin
• Sets up the operating room with necessary equipment prior to procedure start time and assists with room turnover and supply restocking
• Maintains sterile technique throughout all procedures
• Works closely with the charge nurse for assignments and serves as a resource person for procedures
• Additional BSMH credentialing is required to meet State of Virginia regulations — contact your recruiter for details
• Two-step interview process: initial interview followed by a second interview with the hiring manager
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• First-time travelers are not preferred; prior travel experience is strongly recommended