Surgical Assistant New Radiance Cosmetic Centers is seeking an experienced Surgical First Assistant to join our plastic surgery team. In this role, you'll work directly alongside our plastic surgeons as a trusted intraoperative partner, helping deliver safe, efficient, and exceptional outcomes for patients undergoing elective cosmetic procedures. You'll be involved across the full surgical arc, from pre-op planning through the OR to recovery, and will play a key role in keeping our surgical suites running at the highest standard of quality and safety.
Responsibilities: Before surgery:
- Come into each case prepared; reviewing the schedule, patient charts, and procedure plans so you understand the surgeon's approach and the patient's specific needs.
- Position patients, prep and drape the surgical field, confirm implants and devices, and make sure every instrument and piece of equipment is sterile, functional, and ready to go.
- Take an active role in surgical time-outs and pre-op safety checks.
- In the OR:Support the surgeon through body contouring, breast procedures, and plastic surgery cases — providing retraction, suctioning, irrigation, and tissue handling to keep the operative field clear and accessible.
- Assist with hemostasis, dissection, suturing, and incision closure, and help apply dressings as directed.
- Anticipate what's needed before it's asked for, and that's the standard here: staying a step ahead to keep the case moving smoothly while maintaining sterile technique throughout.
- Help manage instruments and supplies, gathering what's needed, keeping the field sterile, and handling proper transport and processing of instruments after the case.
- After surgery:
- Assist with dressings, compression garments, and wound care, and complete accurate counts of instruments, sponges, and needles before the patient leaves the room.
- Help with the handoff to recovery/PACU and support post-op documentation and case debriefs.
- Team and operations:
- Work collaboratively with surgeons, CRNA, recovery nurse, and scrub tech to keep everything running smoothly, help keep instruments and supplies organized and stocked, and support our broader safety, quality, and compliance efforts.
Requirements:- Licensure & Certifications:
- SA-C, CSFA, or RNFA certifications
- Active BLS and ACLS certification
Clinical Competencies:- OR experience, ideally in plastic, cosmetic, or ambulatory surgery; experience specifically in an ambulatory cosmetic/plastic surgery setting is a strong plus
- Solid working knowledge of sterile technique, surgical instrumentation, hemostasis, and tissue handling
- Sharp attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the instinct to anticipate what the surgeon needs next
- Familiarity with the instruments and techniques used in body contouring, breast aesthetics, and facial cosmetic surgery
- Compliance & Documentation:
- Ability to maintain accurate and timely patient documentation
- Adherence to HIPAA, OSHA, and company compliance standards
- Commitment to patient safety, informed consent, and ethical clinical practice
Physical Requirements:- Ability to perform repetitive fine motor movements with hands and fingers
- Ability to safely handle needles, sharps, and medical supplies
- Ability to bend, reach, push, pull, and lift standard medical aesthetic equipment and inventory
- What Sets You Apart:
- You work well with people and thrive as part of a team
- You stay calm and focused even when the pace picks upYou take patient safety, confidentiality, and quality outcomes seriously
- You're fluent in perioperative workflow and surgical protocol
- Benefits of Working at an AMP Partner Clinic:
At AMP, our mission is to amplify confidence and enhance lives by elevating the delivery of exceptional aesthetic care through innovative solutions and collaboration with our partner practices.
Through expert care, innovative services, and personalized attention, we help each patient feel their best—inside and out. By amplifying confidence, we empower individuals to take on the world with renewed self-assurance, while enhancing lives through transformative experiences that promote lasting happiness and fulfillment.
Our values guide how we work, how we serve our patients, and how we support one another. They are not abstract ideals—they are reflected in our daily decisions, behaviors, and standards.
Teamwork comes first – You'll be surrounded by supportive, motivated teammates
Growth is constant – We invest in your development and advancement
Community matters – We foster an inclusive, welcoming environment
We celebrate wins – Recognition and appreciation are part of our culture
Our Values:
Leadership ExcellenceGrowthIntegrityCommunityEqual Employment Opportunity Statement Advanced MedAesthetic Partners (AMP) is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, or other status as protected by applicable law. AMP complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which we have facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. AMP is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. For more information about this opportunity, please apply with an updated copy of your resume and await correspondence. All applications will be managed on a first come first served basis.
