Surgical Assistant, LSA
About The Position
MPOWERHealth is hiring a full-time, salaried Surgical First Assist for an OR-only role. MPOWERHealth partners with hospitals, health systems, and surgeons to deliver patient care through intraoperative neuromonitoring and surgical first assist services. Relocation assistance is available. The Surgical First Assist provides hands-on support throughout surgical procedures, coordinates with patients and OR staff before surgery, supports the surgical team in the operating room, assists with post-operative transfers and handoffs, and completes accurate documentation. The role also contributes to clinical and operational initiatives, including education, training, and process improvement, and requires a willingness to learn additional surgical specialties.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of surgical assisting experience.
- Hands-on experience assisting in orthopedic, spine, general, gynecological, and robotic procedures.
- Strong technical skills in the operating room.
- Graduate of an accredited PA, NP, or CSFA program.
- Ability to acquire a Minnesota state license.
- Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to different personalities and needs.
- Customer-service mindset.
- Ability to work independently and autonomously.
- Ability to perform essential duties with or without accommodation, including lifting, sitting, standing, or squatting; constant seeing, hearing, and speaking; and frequent lifting of 20+ pounds, bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling.
Nice To Haves
- Spine experience.
Responsibilities
- Serve as the primary surgical first assist, providing hands-on support throughout procedures.
- Confirm cases, meet patients, explain procedures, gather documentation, and coordinate with operating room staff before surgery.
- Support patient positioning, maintain a sterile field, anticipate the surgeon’s needs, and work with the surgical team during procedures.
- Assist with patient transfer after surgery, provide thorough PACU handoffs, and complete documentation.
- Contribute to clinical and operational initiatives, including education, training, and process improvement.
- Learn new surgical specialties and expand skills.
Benefits
- Relocation assistance.
- Multiple medical plan options.
- Health Savings Account with company contributions.
- Dental and vision coverage for employees and dependents.
- 401(k) with company match.
- Wellness program with health insurance incentives.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
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