Cosmetic Surgery First Assistant — Precise Suturing Expert

Dr. Landon Pryor Aesthetic Plastic Surgery; Boca Raton (FL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 83,000; Full time

Job summary

Dr. Landon Pryor Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton seeks an experienced Surgical First Assistant to work alongside Dr. Pryor in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

You will demonstrate advanced suturing, assist with tissue handling, and help maintain a calm, precise operating room environment. Key requirements include independent surgical setup, anticipation of the surgeon's needs, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure while upholding patient safety and team

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience as a Surgical First Assistant.
• Proven proficiency in surgical suturing and wound closure.
• Ability to independently prepare and organize surgical setups.
• Demonstrated ability to perform effectively in high-pressure operating room environments.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrate advanced suturing skills, including layered wound closure and cosmetic skin approximation.
• Assist with tissue handling, retraction, exposure, and hemostasis.
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs throughout each procedure.
• Maintain exceptional attention to detail and surgical precision.
• Work efficiently during complex and lengthy surgical procedures.

Skills

Suturing skills

OR setup proficiency

Calm under pressure

Communication skills

Surgical instrumentation knowledge

Anticipation of surgeon needs

Education

Surgical First Assistant credentials

Job description

Dr. Landon Pryor Aesthetic Plastic Surgery in Boca Raton seeks an experienced Surgical First Assistant to work alongside Dr. Pryor in cosmetic and reconstructive procedures.

You will demonstrate advanced suturing, assist with tissue handling, and help maintain a calm, precise operating room environment. Key requirements include independent surgical setup, anticipation of the surgeon's needs, and the ability to perform effectively under pressure while upholding patient safety and team