Surgical First Assist - San Antonio
On-siteSan Antonio, Texas, United States
Job Summary
Serve as a trusted first assist during robotic and traditional surgeries in GYN, urology, OB, spine, and orthopedics, anticipating surgeon needs, maintaining sterile fields, and optimizing patient positioning. Connect with patients pre-operatively to ensure informed consent and comfort, confirm cases, manage essential documentation, and facilitate smooth transfers to PACU staff. Engage in clinical and operational improvement projects, including training and process enhancements, while expanding expertise across diverse surgical specialties. Maintain active state licensure and national certifications such as NCCPA or CNOR, with proficiency in MS Office and EMR systems.
Required Qualifications
- Minimum of 2 years as a Surgical First Assist
- Robotics experience
- Experience in GYN
- Experience in urology
- Experience in OB
- Experience in spine
- Experience in other specialties
- Graduate of an accredited PA, NP, RNFA, or CSA program
- Active state license
- National certifications (e.g., NCCPA for PAs, CNOR or RNFA for NPs)
Desired Qualifications
- Proficiency in MS Office
- Proficiency in EMR systems
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Customer-focused approach
- Ability to work independently
- Ability to adapt to diverse OR environments
- Confident, adaptable team player
- Thrives in a fast-paced surgical setting
- Commitment to continuous learning
- Delivering exceptional patient care
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