Operating Room Certified Surgical First Assistant: PRN
No Weekends, No Call, No Holidays
Surgical Assistant
The below should be provided along with the application
Surgical Technologists
We are accepting PRN Candidates
1. License with the Virginia Board of Medicine
2. A current credential as a surgical assistant or surgical first assistant issued by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA), or the National Commission for Certification of Surgical Assistants (NCCSA) or their successors; or
3. Successful completion of a surgical assistant training program during the applicants service as a member of any branch of the armed forces of the United States.
4. Practice as a surgical assistant in the Commonwealth at any time in the six months immediately prior to July 1, 2020.
Base Pay Rate P/Hr $65.00
PRN -13 weeks assignment As needed/ week
Qualifications:
· Licensure: Completion of an appropriate surgical assistant program: Previous experience in an ambulatory surgical center is strongly preferred
· Certifications: BLS required
· Good command of the English language, both verbal and written
· Positive attitude and willingness to learn
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
· Possess a working knowledge of operating room procedures with respect to attire, infection control, sterile technique, maintaining integrity of the sterile field and draping the surgical patient within the surgeons guidelines.
· Provide operating room support to physicians and surgeons, including assisting surgeons during procedures.
· Must possess a strong knowledge of surgical procedures and management of the surgical patient
· Understanding of aseptic techniques and their implementation
· Independent decision making skills - ability to quickly adapt to changing conditions of the patient when needed
· Communicates effectively and courteously with visitors, physicians, and their office staff, patients, and employees.
· Maintains patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
· Complies with Policies & Procedures and adheres to safety guidelines to ensure a safe work and patient care environment.
· Serves as a resource to other members of the health care team.
Where We Were:
Medical X-Ray Staffing Solutions, Inc. dba Medical Staffing Solutions, USA was founded in Norfolk, Virginia, May 2007 by Simeon Fuller, a former Navy Hospital Corpsman, Radiology Technologist, and entrepreneur in the automobile business. Initially Medical X-Ray Staffing Solutions, Inc. provided radiology personnel to health systems throughout the Hampton Roads Virginia. To meet client needs Medical X-Ray Staffing, Inc later diversified into nursing and other healthcare professions.
Where We Are Going:
Our staff is flexible and well-versed in working in a multitude of project settings. Our recruiting efforts ensure we staff each position with the most qualified, experienced individuals. Our teams attend safety meetings and training sessions to continually develop and refresh their skills. Our team members add value to our clients’ programs by working to find the best solutions. The MSS team has a solid foundation of quality assurance, program management, and a history of on-budget results. Our management approach of the day-to-day operational needs reflects our commitment to excellence. Our success in today market is in our approach. We individualize our plans and processes to fit our customers needs. Our robust strategic plan and quality control processes keep our customers informed and engaged. MSS will grow our executive staff to continue providing a seasoned team of professionals that know and understand the operational challenges of the military healthcare system. Our services provide health improvement methods proven to promote and enhance current operations. We offer a comprehensive toolkit of strategies to assist clients with specific needs regarding health delivery systems, business excellence, medical wellness, and corporate risk management; ultimately linking corporate intent to mission results. MSS is a team of management professionals that are committed to offering enterprise-wide solutions across regional and population spectrum's.
