About the role
Overview
Join Our Team as a Surgical First Assist –
- THIS IS AN OR-ONLY ROLE.
- We are not a locums, travel, or staffing company--this is a full-time, salaried position with full benefits!
- MPOWERHealth is a health services organization that partners directly with hospitals, health systems, and surgeons to deliver exceptional patient care by providing Intraoperative Neuromonitoring and Surgical First Assist services.
- Relocating? We've Got You.
We make the move easy: Relocation assistance is available for this role
— so if the area isn't home yet, we'll help make the move easier.
Responsibilities
Who
is MPOWERHealth?
MPOWER - We Are MPOWERHealth
Why You'll Love Working Here
Comprehensive health coverage
— multiple medical plan options to fit your life
Health Savings Account
with company contributions
Dental and vision coverage
for you and your dependents
401(k) with company match
to help you build your future
Wellness program
with health insurance incentives
What You'll Do
Lead as First Assist
Serve as the primary surgical first assist, providing critical hands-on support throughout procedures.
Set the Stage Pre-Op
Confirm cases, meet patients, walk them through procedures, gather documentation, and coordinate closely with OR staff.
Deliver in the OR
Support patient positioning, maintain a sterile field, anticipate the surgeon's next move, and work in sync with the surgical team.
Follow Through Post-Op
Assist with patient transfer, deliver thorough PACU handoffs, and complete documentation with precision.
Help Us Get Better
Contribute to clinical and operational initiatives — education, training, and process improvement.
Keep Growing
Bring a willingness to learn new surgical specialties and expand your skill set.
Qualifications
What You Bring
Experience
- At least 2 years of surgical assisting experience
- Hands-on experience assisting in Ortho, Spine, General, GYN, and Robotics
- Spine experience is a plus
Education & Credentials
Strong technical skills in the operating room
Graduate of an Accredited program- PA/NP/CSFA
Ability to acquire MN state license
What Sets You Apart
Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to adapt to different personalities and needs
A customer-service mindset
Confidence to work independently and autonomously
Physical Requirements
Able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodation, including:
- Ability to lift, sit, stand, or squat
- Constant seeing, hearing, and speaking
- Frequent lifting up to 20+ lbs., plus bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling
- 🔹 Ready to Elevate Your Career?
- If you're passionate about surgical excellence , thrive in a dynamic OR environment , and want to be part of a company that’s redefining musculoskeletal care, we want to hear from you!
- Apply now and take your career to the next level with MPOWERHealth!
- MPOWERHealth is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy not to discriminate against any applicant or employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.
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