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Association of Surgical Assistants (ASA) * National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) * American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) * General knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations as they ...

Association of Surgical Assistants (ASA) * National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) * American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) * General knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations as they ...

Association of Surgical Assistants (ASA) * National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA) * American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) * General knowledge of OSHA rules and regulations as they ...

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Licensed Surgical Assistant

Avant First Assistants, LLC

Houston, TX • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 16 days ago


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Join Our Team as a Surgical First Assistant | Sugar Land & Cypress, Houston, TX
Avant First Assistants, LLC is seeking a highly skilled and dedicated Licensed Surgical Assistant to join our dynamic and expanding team. In this role, you will play a critical part in providing exceptional intraoperative support while upholding the highest standards of patient safety, quality, and surgical excellence. Working within a collaborative surgical environment, you will partner closely with surgeons and multidisciplinary healthcare professionals to ensure optimal surgical efficiency and outstanding patient outcomes.
At Avant First Assistants, our commitment to excellence in surgical support is matched by a strong, team-oriented culture that emphasizes professionalism, collaboration, and continuous clinical development. We actively invest in our team members through professional growth opportunities and structured career advancement pathways, enabling you to expand your expertise while making a meaningful impact every day.
If you are passionate about surgical care, dedicated to refining your clinical skills, and committed to delivering exceptional service in the operating room, we invite you to join our mission. At Avant First Assistants, your expertise is respected, your growth is supported, and your career is positioned to thrive.
Responsibilities
$48
Qualifications
• Must hold a valid and current Texas Medical Board-issued Surgical Assistant License
• Valid and current Certification from a recognized accrediting body, such as the American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) or the National Surgical Assistant Association (NSAA)
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications from the American Heart Association (AHA) or equivalent
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in surgical assisting in a hospital or an outpatient surgical center
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and proficient in medical terminology, with the ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Proficiency in various surgical specialties, including but not limited to cardiovascular, neurosurgery, orthopedic, general surgery, and minimally invasive procedures
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills
• Foreign MDs must pass TOEFL Test