Plastic Surgery Clinical Assistant

St. Luke Eye•Tarpon Springs, FL

6d•Onsite

About The Position

Reflections is seeking a polished, compassionate, and clinically skilled Plastic Surgery Assistant to partner directly with our board-certified plastic surgeon in delivering an exceptional patient experience. This is not a behind-the-scenes role. You will be the steady presence guiding patients from consultation to recovery. You will listen, educate, anticipate needs, and ensure every detail is handled with precision and care. You are calm under pressure, meticulous with details, and genuinely invested in helping patients look and feel their best. If you love aesthetics, understand surgical workflow, and take pride in creating a white-glove patient experience, we would love to meet you.

Requirements

2 years of experience in plastic surgery or general surgery preferred
Direct experience with procedures such as breast augmentation, breast lift, abdominoplasty, liposuction, facelift, and related surgeries strongly preferred
Medical background required; Surgical Technologist, Medical Assistant, LPN, RN, or equivalent clinical training preferred
Working knowledge of medical terminology, HIPAA regulations, ICD and CPT coding is advantageous
Experience with EMR systems preferred
Preferably experienced in plastic surgery, cosmetic surgery, or medical aesthetics
Clinically confident with strong working knowledge of surgical procedures
Empathetic communicator who builds trust quickly
Highly organized with exceptional attention to detail
Calm, adaptable, and able to prioritize in a fast-paced setting
Service-driven with a commitment to excellence
Professional in appearance and demeanor

Responsibilities

Obtaining vital signs, patient health history, and accurate documentation of patient visits
Assisting the Physician during Examinations, Consults, and Procedures
Reviewing patient treatment plans, medications, and physician instructions to patients
Comforts patients by anticipating patients’ anxieties and answering questions
Sends Prescriptions to Pharmacies by electronic, fax or written form at the direction of the ordering physician.
Coordinating referrals for patients to specialists.
Calls patients to relay advice and instructions from the surgeon
Removes sutures and dressing as indicated by the surgeon; reapplies dressings as needed
Protects patients’ rights by maintaining confidentiality of medical, personal, and financial information.
Produce and distribute correspondence memos, letters, faxes, and forms.
Maintains inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing orders, and verifying receipt of supplies.
Provide leadership to others through example, training and sharing of knowledge/skill.
Prepare procedure rooms and ensure surgical readiness
Maintain sterile technique in accordance with OSHA standards
Clean and turn over rooms efficiently between procedures
Manage instrument sterilization and autoclave processes
Monitor and maintain surgical inventory and supplies
Coordinate equipment maintenance and compliance testing
Complete pathology paperwork and coordinate specimen handling
Maintain accurate documentation and clinical correspondence
Assist with administrative tasks related to patient care
Monitor supply levels and proactively manage inventory
Contribute to a collaborative, high-performing team environment
Uphold Reflections’ standard of professionalism and patient experience