Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant/Surgical Assistant

AP Health; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with company matching

Paid state license

Annual $1,500 allotment for CME

Generous PTO

Job summary

AP Health is seeking an experienced Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant or Surgical Assistant to join our team in Delray Beach, FL. This role involves no clinic time, focusing purely on surgical assistance. Ideal candidates will have a minimum of 2 years experience in orthopedic surgery, hold a valid FL State License, be board certified by NCCPA, and possess active BLS and ACLS certifications. AP Health offers flexible medical benefits, a 401K retirement plan, generous PTO, and CME support.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience functioning as a surgical first assist in orthopedic surgery.
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications.
• Willingness to rotate on-call responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Function as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room.
• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations.
• Assist in the intra-operative care of the patient by performing technical duties.

Skills

Surgical First Assistant

Orthopedic Surgery

BLS

ACLS

Patient Care

Education

Current FL State License

Board certified by NCCPA

Job description

Orthopedic Surgery Physician Assistant/Surgical Assistant

AP Health is a private practice comprised of advanced practice providers. We provide perioperative services to hospitals, surgeons, and surgery centers. We partner with facilities to offer service line coverage with highly trained and knowledgeable Advanced Practice Providers to first assist in surgery.

AP Health is seeking a highly experienced Physician Assistant or Surgical Assistant to join our team in Delray Beach, FL. A successful candidate would have at least 2+ years of experience in orthopedic surgery. This job is strictly a surgical only position with no clinic time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a distinguished team that delivers top tier care.

This is NOT a travel, locum, placement, or per diem position. AP Health is not a staffing company.

What will you do:

• Functions as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating Room
• Positions and drapes the patient under the direction of the surgeon
• Suturing and retracting of all tissue layers
• Assists in the intra-operative care of the patient by performing technical duties as assigned
• Perform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinations
• Rotating on-call responsibilities

What do you need:

• 2+ years experience functioning as a surgical first assist in orthopedic surgery
• Current FL State License or active NBSTSA certification
• Board certified by NCCPA
• Active BLS and ACLS
• Comprehensive and flexible medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Short and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life
• 401K retirement plan with company matching
• Participation in the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)
• Paid state license, malpractice, and other agreed upon licenses and dues
• Annual $1,500 allotment accompanied by 3 paid days off for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
• Generous PTO and "life/work" balance

AP Health is a certified Great Place to Work a national recognition based on employee feedback about workplace culture and experience. If you have a passion for patient-centered care and interest in working in a fast-paced operating room atmosphere - join our team today!