Surgical First Assist - (1099 Contractor) Ortho, Neuro, GYN, General & Robotics - PA/NP- Austin, TX

MPOWERHealth is seeking a highly skilled Surgical First Assist as a 1099 Contractor in Austin, TX. Join our growing team and play a vital role in delivering excellent patient care and supporting successful surgical outcomes.

What We’re Looking For

• Strong operating room experience
• One of the following credentials: PA, NP, CSFA, LSA, or CSA
• A team-oriented mindset and commitment to clinical excellence

Responsibilities

• Provide expert support as the Surgical First Assist throughout procedures, ensuring seamless OR operations.
• Manage the pre-op experience: confirm cases, connect with patients, explain procedures, and coordinate with the surgical team.
• Deliver excellence in the OR, including patient positioning, maintaining a sterile field, and anticipating the surgeon’s needs.
• Support recovery and continuity of care: assist with safe patient transfer, deliver detailed PACU handoffs, and ensure accurate documentation.
• Contribute to training, education, and process improvement initiatives beyond the OR.
• Expand your skills by learning new surgical specialties and advancing your expertise.

Requirements

• 2 years of surgical assisting experience (preferred)
• Experience assisting in Ortho, Neuro, General, GYN, and Robotics; Spine experience is a plus
• Excellent computer skills, specifically MS Office and EMR
• Graduate of an Accredited Surgical Assist program
• Current state license where practicing

Physical Requirements

• Able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodations
• Ability to lift, sit, stand, or squat
• Constantly seeing, hearing, and speaking
• Frequent lifting to 20+ lbs., bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling

Preferred Skills

• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to adapt to different personalities and needs
• Customer service-oriented mindset
• Able to function independently, autonomously, and confidently