Certified Surgical Assist

SpecialtyCare; Kendall (FL); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition reimbursement

401(k) matching

Generous PTO

Certification costs covered

Job summary

SpecialtyCare seeks a Surgical Physician Assistant to serve as First Assistant to surgeons across multiple specialties. You will perform complex surgical techniques under physician direction, collaborating with teams in a fast-paced environment.

Robotics experience is preferred; the role offers steady, full-time hours, competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• Must hold CSA/LSA/RNFA/PA-C/NP licensure.
• Previous surgical experience as a First Assistant.
• Willing to work at multiple locations and be on call.

Responsibilities

• Acts as First Assistant or Second Assistant to surgeon during procedures in various specialties.
• Performs procedures as directed by supervising physician and maintains documentation for billing.
• Shares on‑call responsibilities with the team.
• Follows policies and protocols and maintains professional behavior aligned with company values.

Skills

First Assistant experience

Robotics experience

Education

Certification/licensure: CSA/LSA/RNFA/PA-C/NP

Job description

Surgical Physician Assistant

As a Surgical Physician Assistant with SpecialtyCare you will act as a First Assistant to the surgeon(s) during surgical procedures and perform complex surgical techniques as needed and directed by the physician. In this role you will work in various surgical specialties. We are looking for surgical assistants with robotics experience, and we offer steady, full‑time hours, stability, competitive pay, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, a variety of work to expand your skill sets, and an excellent benefits package.

Job Responsibilities

• Acts as First Assistant or Second Assistant to surgeon during surgical procedures: holds retractors, ties off vessels and tissues, repairs incisions and lacerations, cuts and cauterizes tissues, etc., as needed and as directed for a wide variety of surgical cases (orthopedic, general surgery, vascular, OB/GYN, etc.). Performs complex surgical techniques as needed and as directed by physician.
• Performs all other specific tasks delegated by supervising physician in accordance with the incumbent’s knowledge and experience developed under the supervising physician.
• Documents all procedures and/or services to patients on face sheets and processes face sheets in accordance with established procedures to ensure accurate billing to patient accounts.
• Shares on‑call responsibilities with the rest of the team as directed by team leader.
• Performs all activities in accordance with established policies and protocols (i.e., all orders supervised and countersigned by physician, etc.).
• Lives the SpecialtyCare Values—Integrity, Care, Urgency, and Improvement.

Benefits

• Funds for continuing education, membership fees, and dues for professional associations.
• Tuition reimbursement or tuition repayment assistance.
• Full benefits package including a matching 401(k) and generous PTO plan.
• Cost of maintaining certification covered.

Legal and Employment

SpecialtyCare is an Equal Opportunity and affirmative action employer.

Employment with SpecialtyCare is at‑will.

Qualifications

• Must hold certification/licensure as a CSA, LSA, RNFA, PA‑C or NP.
• Previous surgical experience as a First Assistant.
• Ability to build and maintain business relationships and retain and grow the business.
• Must possess strong physician/surgeon relationship skills and a team mentality.
• Reliable transportation and willingness to work at multiple locations as needed.
• Ability to communicate and work effectively with team members, hospital staff and physicians.
• Ability to work flexible hours as scheduled, including weekends and holidays, and to be on call as scheduled. Must be able to respond to calls or pages within 30 minutes.