What are the responsibilities and job description for the PA/NP Surgical Assistant position at Arizona Surgical Physician Assistants, LLC?
Experienced Surgical Physician Assistant (PA-C) or Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Orthopedic • Spine • Neurosurgery Surgical First Assist
Full-Time | Arizona
Join Arizona's Premier Surgical First Assist Team
Arizona Surgical Physician Assistants (ASPA) is a growing surgical first assist practice dedicated to providing exceptional operative support to orthopedic, spine, and neurosurgeons throughout the Phoenix metropolitan area.
We are seeking an experienced Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner with a strong surgical background who is passionate about patient safety, surgical excellence, and delivering outstanding care in the operating room.
This is more than a job—it's an opportunity to become an integral part of a growing practice where your expertise, ideas, and leadership will help shape the future of our organization.
Minimum Qualifications
Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant or Nurse Practitioner program
Current Arizona license (or eligible for licensure)
DEA license (or eligible)
Current BLS/ACLS certification
Minimum of four (4) years of recent surgical experience in orthopedic surgery, spine surgery, and/or neurosurgery
Strong surgical first assist experience is required
Excellent clinical judgment, communication, and organizational skills
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, team-oriented surgical environment
Primary Responsibilities
Surgical first assisting in orthopedic, spine, and neurosurgical procedures
NO Hospital rounding and perioperative patient management
Coordination of patient care with surgeons, hospital staff, and multidisciplinary teams
Accurate and timely documentation
Compensation & Benefits
We recognize the value of experienced surgical providers and offer a competitive compensation package designed to reward excellence and support your career.
Benefits include:
Competitive salary based on experience
Performance-based bonus structure
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid CME time
Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance
401(k) retirement plan
Employer-paid professional liability (malpractice) insurance
Professional growth and leadership opportunities
Join our team and help redefine excellence in surgical first assisting.
Salary : $100,000 - $140,000