Surgical First Assistant PA — OR PRN, Multispecialty

Munson Healthcare; Traverse City (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Part time

Job summary

Munson Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join the OR team at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. The role is PRN with responsibilities as primary surgical first assist across multiple specialties, working closely with OR coordinators and staff to ensure smooth operations and patient safety.

The APP will handle preoperative and postoperative orders, assist with fluoroscopy and robotic-assisted procedures, and adapt to a demanding ambulatory setting while

Qualifications

• Advanced Practice Provider role (NP or PA) joining an OR team.
• Experience as surgical first assist and ability to work with OR staff.
• Familiarity with radiation safety and fluoroscopy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Serve as primary surgical first assist for scheduled and add-on procedures.
• Collaborate with OR Coordinators for case carts, supplies, and equipment.
• Support circulating RNs and surgical technologists with setup and workflow optimization.
• Manage preoperative and postoperative orders and follow-up.

Skills

Surgical first assist

OR coordination

Radiation safety

Robotic-assisted surgery

Ambulatory assessments

Education

APRN/PA credential

Tools

Oracle Health

Job description

Munson Healthcare is seeking an Advanced Practice Provider (NP or PA) to join the OR team at Munson Medical Center in Traverse City. The role is PRN with responsibilities as primary surgical first assist across multiple specialties, working closely with OR coordinators and staff to ensure smooth operations and patient safety.

The APP will handle preoperative and postoperative orders, assist with fluoroscopy and robotic-assisted procedures, and adapt to a demanding ambulatory setting while