Surgical First Assist - (Spine - PA/NP) Phoenix, AZ - Sign- ON Bonus and Relocation Available

MPOWERHealth•Phoenix, AZ

18d•Onsite

About The Position

Join Our Team as a Surgical First Assist – Robotics GYN, Spine, Orthopedics (PA/NP/RNFA/CSA) at MPOWERHealth! THIS IS AN OR ONLY ROLE. We are not a locums, travel, or staffing company--this is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits! MPOWERHealth is a health services organization that partners directly with hospitals, health systems, and surgeons to deliver exceptional patient care by providing Intraoperative Neuromonitoring and Surgical First Assist services. About Phoenix, AZ Nestled in the heart of the Sonoran Desert and framed by rugged mountain ranges, Phoenix offers a lifestyle that combines big-city opportunity with year-round outdoor adventure. Spend your days off hiking iconic trails like Camelback Mountain, exploring the Desert Botanical Garden, catching a spring training game, or enjoying a vibrant culinary scene filled with award-winning restaurants, local breweries, and Southwestern flavors. With more than 300 days of sunshine each year, easy access to weekend escapes in Sedona, Flagstaff, and the Grand Canyon, and a growing economy that continues to attract top talent, Phoenix offers an exceptional quality of life. Whether you're drawn to its stunning desert sunsets, thriving arts and culture scene, or welcoming, diverse community, it's easy to see why so many people choose to call the Valley of the Sun home. Relocating? We've Got You. We make the move easy: Relocation assistance is available for this role — so if Arizona isn't home yet, we'll help make the move easier.

Requirements

At least 2 years of surgical assisting experience
Hands-on experience assisting in Ortho, Spine, General, GYN, and Robotics
Strong technical skills in the operating room
Graduate of an Accredited program- PA/NP/CSFA
Ability to acquire AZ state license
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to different personalities and needs
A customer-service mindset
Confidence to work independently and autonomously
Able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation, including: Ability to lift, sit, stand, or squat
Constant seeing, hearing, and speaking
Frequent lifting up to 20+ lbs., plus bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling

Nice To Haves

Spine experience is a plus

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary surgical first assist, providing critical hands-on support throughout procedures.
Confirm cases, meet patients, walk them through procedures, gather documentation, and coordinate closely with OR staff.
Support patient positioning, maintain a sterile field, anticipate the surgeon's next move, and work in sync with the surgical team.
Assist with patient transfer, deliver thorough PACU handoffs, and complete documentation with precision.
Contribute to clinical and operational initiatives — education, training, and process improvement.
Bring a willingness to learn new surgical specialties and expand your skill set.