First Assist - Operating Room
Location: Salem, VA
Assignment Duration: This is a 13-week contract position.
Schedule: 10-hour shifts, rotating call on weeknights and weekends.
Job Description: We are seeking a skilled First Assist to join our Operating Room team. The ideal candidate will have proficiency in orthopedic procedures, Da Vinci robotic surgery, and neuro surgeries. You will play a vital role in ensuring optimal patient care during surgical procedures.
Responsibilities:
- Assist in various surgical procedures including craniotomy, spine fusion, liver resection, Whipple procedure, and MAKO total joint replacement.
- Provide high-quality patient care with a 1:1 patient ratio in a 10-bed unit.
- Collaborate with surgical teams to ensure smooth operation room processes.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of surgical techniques and equipment.
Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure:
- Must be a licensed First Assist with certification from the Board of Medicine in Virginia.
- Proficiency in orthopedic, Da Vinci, and neuro surgery practices is essential.
- Advanced skills in orthotraumatic procedures are required.
Why ARMStaffing?
- Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
- Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
- Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
- 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
- Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
- Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more
We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here's why:
- SIA's Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
- SIA's Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
- Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
- Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
- We've earned The Joint Commission's Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!
Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!