1099-Surgical First Assist - Spine, Robotics (GYN, General), Orthopedics - RNFA/PA-C/NP/LSA/CSFA - Dallas-Fort Worth, TX

Overview

First Assist Opportunities (1099 Contractor)

Are you an experienced Surgical First Assist looking for the flexibility and independence of a 1099 contractor role ? If so, we'd love to connect with you.

We are currently seeking Licensed Surgical Assists (LSA), Physician Assistants (PA), Nurse Practitioners (NP), and Registered Nurse First Assists (RNFA) to partner with our team and support surgeons across a variety of surgical specialties.

This is an OR-only opportunity that allows you to focus on what you do best: providing skilled first-assist support during surgical procedures. As an independent contractor, you'll have the flexibility to accept cases that fit your schedule while continuing to maintain and support your existing surgeon relationships.

What We Offer

• Flexible scheduling based on your availability
• 1099 independent contractor status
• OR-focused responsibilities with no clinic requirements
• Opportunities to work alongside highly skilled surgeons
• The ability to supplement your current practice while helping us deliver exceptional surgical support

If you're passionate about patient care, thrive in the operating room, and are looking for a flexible way to leverage your expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Apply today to learn more about partnering with our surgical team.

Responsibilities

• Surgical First Assist: Primary function is to provide first assist support during surgical procedures.
• Pre-operative Coordination: Confirm cases, meet patients, explain procedures, obtain necessary documentation, and coordinate with OR staff.
• Intraoperative Support: Assist with patient positioning, maintain sterile field, anticipate surgeon needs, and collaborate with the OR team.
• Post-operative Care: Assist with patient transfer, provide PACU handover, and complete necessary documentation.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in clinical and operational projects, such as education, training, and process improvement.
• Skill Expansion: Demonstrate willingness to learn new surgical specialties and expand skill set.

Qualifications

Requirements

• Must have at least 2 years of surgical assisting experience.
• Must have experience assisting in spine, ortho, GYN, General and robotics.
• Orthopedics experience is a plus.

Education/Training

• Must have excellent computer skills, specifically MS Office, and EMR.
• Must be a graduate of an Accredited Master’s Degree program for Physician Assistant Studies for PAs, or a Master/Doctoral Degree Program in Nurse Practitioner Studies for NPs. Nurse Practitioners must have their CNOR or RNFA.
• Must possess current state license where practicing and PAs must hold National Commissioned Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)

Physical Requirements

Able to perform all essential duties with or without accommodations, including but not limited to:

• Ability to lift, sit, stand, or squat
• Constantly seeing, hearing, and speaking
• Frequent lifting to 20+ lbs. in addition to bending, reaching, standing, walking, and kneeling.

Preferred Skills

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

It is the policy of MPOWERHealth not to discriminate against any applicant for employment, or any employee because of age, color, sex, disability, national origin, race, religion, or veteran status.

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