Medical Assistant - Operating Room Circulator
Benefits:
401(k)
Company parties
Competitive salary
Free uniforms
Health insurance
Paid time off
Surgical Assistant, Facial Plastic Surgery Practice Location: Columbus Circle, New York City Schedule: Full-time or Part-time Compensation: $28 to $35 per hour, based on experience Benefits: Benefits package, 401(k), and treatment discounts
About Us We are a boutique, high-touch facial plastic surgery practice located in Columbus Circle, focused exclusively on rhinoplasty and facial rejuvenation. Our practice is built around exceptional patient care, attention to detail, professionalism, warmth, and a luxury-level experience from the first phone call through the final postoperative visit.
We are seeking a versatile, polished, and highly motivated Surgical Assistant to join our team. This is an ideal role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment and is excited to be involved in all aspects of patient care and practice operations.
Role Overview This is a dynamic, hands-on position with responsibilities that may include front desk support, medical assisting during clinic days, and operating room support on surgical days. The right candidate is adaptable, proactive, organized, and comfortable wearing many hats while helping deliver an outstanding patient experience.
Responsibilities On clinic days, responsibilities may include:
Greeting and checking in patients
Assisting with patient flow and room turnover
Taking photographs, obtaining histories, preparing charts, and assisting with consultations and follow-up visits
Supporting physicians and staff with medical assisting duties
Answering phones, scheduling, and helping with administrative and front desk tasks as needed
On operating room days, responsibilities may include:
Assisting with OR setup and breakdown
Circulating during procedures
Preparing instruments, supplies, and rooms for surgery
Assisting with patient recovery and postoperative care
Monitoring patient comfort, safety, and flow throughout the surgical day
Helping ensure the operating room runs efficiently and at the highest standard
Qualifications
Prior experience in plastic surgery, facial plastic surgery, ENT, dermatology, aesthetics, or a surgical setting strongly preferred
Medical assistant, surgical assistant, OR, PACU, or recovery experience is a plus
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Professional appearance and demeanor
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Ability to multitask and adapt quickly in a boutique practice setting
Calm, dependable, and service-oriented under pressure
Team player with a strong work ethic and positive attitude
What We’re Looking For We are looking for someone who understands that in a premium practice, every detail matters. The ideal candidate is warm, polished, efficient, and genuinely enjoys taking care of patients. They should be comfortable stepping in wherever needed, whether that means helping at the front desk, supporting in clinic, or assisting on OR days.
What We Offer
Competitive hourly compensation
Benefits package
401(k)
Employee treatment discounts
Opportunity to work in a sophisticated, specialized facial plastic surgery practice
Supportive team environment with meaningful involvement in both clinical and surgical care