Robotics-Focused Surgical APN/PA: First Assistant

Cleveland Clinic; Canton (OH); On-site; USD 102,000 - 173,000; Full time

Job summary

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) to serve as a First Assistant across surgical service lines, with robotics‑assisted emphasis. The role operates in a high‑acuity OR, with day shifts and on‑call coverage as needed.

Applicants must live within 30 minutes of Mercy Hospital or stay on‑site during on‑call hours. Education requires MSN for APRNs or a Master’s for PAs, and active licensure in the applicable state(s).

Qualifications

• Licensed APRN or PA with current active license in applicable state(s).
• Experience in surgical settings preferred, especially in an OR environment.
• Ability to work as a First Assistant in high-acuity surgical services.

Responsibilities

• Function as First Assistant across all surgical service lines with emphasis on robotic-assisted surgery.
• Assist in perioperative care and participate in patient evaluation, planning and safety.
• Collaborate with surgeons, nursing and anesthesia teams to ensure quality patient care.
• Prescribe and monitor medications as allowed by state licensure and Cleveland Clinic policy.
• Support education and clinical development within the care team.

Skills

First Assistant

Robotics experience

APRN license

PA license

English proficiency

Education

MSN required upon hire

Master’s in Physician Assistant Studies

Job description

Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital in Canton, Ohio seeks an Advanced Practice Provider (APRN/PA) to serve as a First Assistant across surgical service lines, with robotics‑assisted emphasis. The role operates in a high‑acuity OR, with day shifts and on‑call coverage as needed.

Applicants must live within 30 minutes of Mercy Hospital or stay on‑site during on‑call hours. Education requires MSN for APRNs or a Master’s for PAs, and active licensure in the applicable state(s).