Surgical Assistant, Aesthetic Plastic Surgery

Puyana Plastic Surgery PLLC; Florida; On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Directly with board-certified surgeon

Modern accredited surgical center

Opportunities for long-term growth

Job summary

Puyana Plastic Surgery PLLC seeks an experienced Surgical Assistant to join our growing team. You will provide intraoperative support, manage instruments, maintain sterile technique, and help ensure safe, efficient outcomes during aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in plastic surgery, strong sterile technique, keen attention to detail, and excellent communication. This role requires reliability, punctuality, and teamwork in a fast-paced, modern surgical

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Surgical Assistant in Plastic Surgery.
• Extensive experience assisting cosmetic and aesthetic surgical procedures.
• Strong knowledge of sterile technique and operating room protocols.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate surgeon needs and work efficiently in a fast-paced surgical environment.
• Professional demeanor and strong communication skills.
• Reliable, punctual, and team-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Assist the surgeon during aesthetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures.
• Anticipate the surgeon's needs throughout the procedure.
• Handle surgical instruments, sutures, and equipment efficiently and safely.
• Assist with tissue retraction, exposure, suctioning, hemostasis, dressing application, and wound closure as permitted.
• Maintain sterile technique at all times.
• Participate in patient positioning, preparation, and surgical setup.
• Assist with turnover and preparation between cases.
• Ensure surgical instruments, implants, and supplies are available and properly organized.
• Assist with maintaining operating room efficiency and workflow.
• Follow infection control, safety, and accreditation standards.
• Work collaboratively with the surgeon, anesthesia providers, nurses, and OR staff.
• Participate in inventory management and supply monitoring as needed.

Job description

Puyana Plastic Surgery PLLC seeks an experienced Surgical Assistant to join our growing team. You will provide intraoperative support, manage instruments, maintain sterile technique, and help ensure safe, efficient outcomes during aesthetic and reconstructive procedures.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in plastic surgery, strong sterile technique, keen attention to detail, and excellent communication. This role requires reliability, punctuality, and teamwork in a fast-paced, modern surgical