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Surgical Assistant, LSA

MPOWERHealth
Fairfax, VA Full Time
POSTED ON 10/24/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 11/20/2026
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.

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.


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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