A respected surgical practice specializing in gender-affirming surgery is actively seeking an experienced Surgical Assistant / Advanced Practice Provider to join their team. This is an immediate-need position and will be filled as soon as the right clinical skillset and personality match is identified.
Ideal Background The ideal candidate will bring 3+ years of hands-on experience in one or more of the following:
Gender-affirming surgery
Plastic surgery
General surgery
This role is best suited for a clinically confident, adaptable professional who thrives in a fast-paced surgical environment and values compassionate, patient-centered care.
Licensure Requirements Candidates must hold one of the following and an active California license:
PANCE
NBSTSA
NCCSA
Key Responsibilities
Assist in surgical procedures and perioperative patient care
Support pre-operative and post-operative clinical workflows
Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to all safety protocols
Collaborate closely with the surgical and clinical team
Contribute to a respectful, organized, and high-functioning clinical environment
Culture & Fit This practice places a strong emphasis on team dynamics and patient sensitivity. The ideal candidate is:
Respectful, compassionate, and sensitive to transgender and gender-diverse patients
Organized, proactive, and resourceful
Trainable, hardworking, and self-motivated
Comfortable taking initiative and supporting a high-volume surgical team
Aligned with inclusive values; experience working with LGBTQ+ or transgender communities is a strong plus
Compensation & Benefits
Base salary starting at $150,000 (higher for more experienced candidates)
Performance-based incentives and bonuses
100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision insurance
Medical malpractice coverage fully covered
401(k) available upon start; vested after 6 months
$15,000 annual budget for conferences, travel, and continuing education
Paid trips, education, and research incentives
To apply email resume to jessica.rehder@gogpac.com or call Jessica at 605-705-4855
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
