Surgical First Assistant: Spine & Neurosurgery (OR-Only)

AP Health; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance

401K retirement plan with company matching

Paid state license and malpractice

Generous PTO

Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)

Job summary

AP Health in Dallas is seeking experienced Ortho Spine/Neurosurgery Physician Assistants to join their surgical team. This role is focused solely on surgical responsibilities, and the ideal candidate will have at least 2+ years of surgical first assist experience in neuro and/or spine procedures. AP Health provides comprehensive insurance, a retirement plan with matching, and generous PTO. Join a team recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and passionate about patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• At least 2+ years experience functioning as a surgical first assist in neuro and/or spine surgery.
• Active BLS and ACLS certifications are required.
• Possess comprehensive understanding of perioperative services.

Responsibilities

• 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.

Skills

Surgical first assist

Neuro surgery experience

Spine surgery experience

Teamwork

Education

Current Texas State License

Board certified by NCCPA

Job description

AP Health in Dallas is seeking experienced Ortho Spine/Neurosurgery Physician Assistants to join their surgical team. This role is focused solely on surgical responsibilities, and the ideal candidate will have at least 2+ years of surgical first assist experience in neuro and/or spine procedures. AP Health provides comprehensive insurance, a retirement plan with matching, and generous PTO. Join a team recognized as a Great Place to Work™ and passionate about patient-centered care.