Robotic Physician Assistant/Surgical Assistant

Location: Fort Lauderdale, FLAP Health is a private practice comprised of advanced practice providers. We provide perioperative services to hospitals, surgeons, and surgery centers. We partner with facilities to offer highly trained and knowledgeable Advanced Practice Providers to first assist in surgery.AP Health is seeking a highly experienced Surgical Assistant to join our team in the greater Fort Lauderdale, FL area. A successful candidate must have at least 2+ years of experience in general surgery. This job is strictly surgical only with no clinic time. This is an exciting opportunity to join a distinguished team that delivers top tier care.This is NOT a travel, locum, placement, or per diem position. AP Health is not a staffing company.What You Will DoFunctions as a Surgical First Assistant in the Operating RoomPositions and drapes the patient under the direction of the surgeonSuturing and retracting of all tissue layersAssists in the intra-operative care of the patient by performing technical duties as assignedPerform comprehensive and problem-focused histories and physical examinationsRotating on call responsibilitiesWhat Do You Need2+ years experience functioning as a general, surgical first assistCurrent national surgical assistant certificationActive BLS and ACLSBenefitsComprehensive and flexible medical, dental and vision insuranceShort and long-term disability, basic and supplemental life401K retirement plan with company matchingParticipation in the company’s Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP)Paid state license, malpractice, and other agreed upon licenses and duesTuition reimbursementAnnual $1,500 allotment accompanied by 3 days of paid non-work time for Continuing Medical Education (CME)Generous PTO and "life/work" balanceAP Health is a certified Great Place to Work™- a national recognition based on employee feedback about workplace culture and experience. If you have a passion for patient-centered care and interest in working in a fast-paced operating room atmosphere- join our team today!