Surgical Assistant

Sentara Healthcare
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Job Details

  • Location: Virginia Beach, VA, 23454
  • Date Posted: 2026-09-28
  • Employment Type: Full Time
  • Category: Surgical Assistants
  • Req Number: JR-106693
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Description

Sentara Health is hiring a Surgical Assistant at Sentara Virginia Beach General Hospital, in Virginia Beach Virginia.


Sign on Bonus up to $15,000 offered for qualified candidates.


Shift: Full Time, Weekend Days


Overview

The Surgical Assistant works as a 1st or 2nd assistant to the surgeon and under the direction/supervision of that surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. Anticipating the needs of the surgical team, the Surgical Assistant assists the surgeon with tasks such as selecting equipment, set up of various tables and positioning equipment, providing retraction for visualization of surgical site, cauterization of bleeding vessels, suturing and closure of incision, instillation of medications, application of surgical dressings, splints, and casts. In addition to intraoperative duties, the surgical assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The surgical assistant uses effective interdisciplinary communication to facilitate optimal patient outcomes.



Certification/Licensure

  • Virginia Surgical Assistant License REQUIRED
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification REQUIRED



Experience

  • No experience required



KEYWORDS: Talroo – Allied Health. CST. Surg Assist. CFS. Surgical Assistant. Certified Surgical Assistant. Surgical First Assist. NBSTSA. NCCT.

We provide market-competitive compensation packages, inclusive of base pay, incentives, and benefits. The base pay range for full-time employment is $39.96 - $59.48 hourly. Additional compensation may be available for this role, such as shift differentials, on-call pay, overtime, shift premiums, extra-shift incentives, or bonus opportunities. Compensation within the range may vary based on qualifications, experience, location, market conditions, and business needs. Sentara offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance; 401(k)/403(b) with employer match; paid time off (vacation, sick time, and holidays); paid parental and military leave; educational assistance or student loan repayment; and voluntary benefits.

Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center located in Woodbridge, VA is a 183-bed not-for-profit hospital. We combine the resources of a major health system with the compassionate, personalized care of a community hospital. We offer quiet, private rooms and quality care focused on safety and patient satisfaction. Our clinical services include advanced imaging, cancer services, cardiovascular care, emergency care, lab services, orthopedics, weight loss services and more, all powered through Sentara eCare®, a comprehensive electronic medical record system. In addition to our hospital, Sentara Health is enhancing access to healthcare services in Northern Virginia with outpatient and imaging centers in Lake Ridge, Lorton, Springfield and Alexandria, Va. We improve health every day, come be a part of the community.