Robotics PA/SA (PRN)

AP Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 96,000 - 152,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401K with company match

ESOP

Tuition reimbursement

CME allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

AP Health in Dallas, TX seeks an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join our private practice, providing intraoperative support on robotic cases and assisting surgeons across procedures. This PRN/part-time role requires a valid PA/LSA/RNFA/CSFA license, robotics experience, and flexibility to cover variable case volumes.

We offer comprehensive benefits and a supportive team. AP Health emphasizes patient-centered care in a fast-paced OR environment, with opportunities for professional

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required and active surgical first assist credentials.
• Experience first assisting in robotic procedures is essential.
• Knowledge of robotic workflows and OR practices required.
• Flexibility to work PRN/part-time hours based on case volume.

Responsibilities

• Serve as Surgical First Assistant on robotic cases with direct intraoperative support.
• Assist with positioning, prepping, draping, exposure, retraction, hemostasis, suturing, closure.
• Support robotic procedures: setup, docking, instrument exchanges, bedside assistance.
• Collaborate with surgeons, OR staff, anesthesia, and perioperative team.
• Adapt to fluctuating surgical volume and schedule changes.
• Maintain timely availability for scheduled PRN coverage.
• Follow hospital policies, infection control, credentialing, and safety protocols.
• Demonstrate professional judgment and effective communication in OR.

Skills

Robotic surgery experience

Surgical First Assistant training

Active license (PA/LSA/RNFA/CSFA)

Flexible PRN/part-time schedule

Education

Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university

Job description

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 Surgical First Assist to join our team in Dallas, TX. This is NOT a travel, locum, placement, or per diem position. AP Health is not a staffing company.

Key Responsibilities

• Serve as Surgical First Assistant on robotic surgical cases, providing direct intraoperative support to surgeons.
• Assist with positioning, prepping, draping, exposure, retraction, hemostasis, suturing, closure, and other first-assist responsibilities within scope of practice.
• Support robotic procedures, including patient positioning, robotic setup and docking, instrument exchanges, bedside assistance, and troubleshooting as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with surgeons, operating room staff, anesthesia, nursing, and other members of the perioperative team.
• Adapt to fluctuations in surgical volume and case schedules.
• Maintain timely and dependable availability for scheduled PRN coverage.
• Follow all hospital policies, infection prevention standards, credentialing requirements, and surgical safety protocols.
• Demonstrate strong clinical judgment, professionalism, and communication in the operating room.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited four-year college or university.
• Active License: PA, LSA, RNFA, CSFA
• Surgical First Assistant training and/or credentials appropriate for the position.
• Demonstrated experience first assisting in robotic surgical procedures.
• Strong knowledge of robotic surgical workflows and operating room practices.
• Ability to work a flexible PRN/part-time schedule with variable hours based on case volume.
• Ability to meet all facility credentialing, health screening, background check, and other employment requirements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Extensive hands-on experience with robotic surgery.
• Experience supporting multiple surgeons and adapting to different surgical techniques and preferences.
• Experience working in a high-volume hospital or complex surgical environment.
• Experience across multiple robotic specialties is highly desirable.

Schedule

PRN / Part-Time Hours will vary based on surgical volume and coverage needs. This is not structured as a guaranteed 40-hour-per-week position. Candidates should be comfortable with fluctuations in weekly hours and case volume.

Benefits

• 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
• Tuition reimbursement
• 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!