Certified Surgical Technologist

Travel – Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Location - Midland, MI Shift: 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM (10-hour days) Call: 1–2 nights per week & every 4th weekend Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours/week Contract Length: 13 Weeks Job Summary This position supports the surgical team by preparing the operating room and assisting the surgeon throughout the procedure. The Surgical First Assistant works closely with the surgical technologist and registered nurse to ensure all instruments, supplies, and equipment are available and functioning properly. The assistant provides intraoperative support to help ensure safe, high-quality surgical outcomes. Key Responsibilities Demonstrates knowledge of surgical procedures, anatomy, physiology, and operative techniques Ensures all required supplies, equipment, and instruments are opened, available, and charged appropriately Assists the surgeon with positioning, draping, retracting, suctioning, sponging, tissue handling, cautery, stapling devices, and suturing Assists with patient transport, positioning, and overall perioperative care Supports the operating room team using a collaborative, team-based approach Required Experience Minimum 2 years of Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) experience – REQUIRED Preferred Prior travel assignment experience Certifications (REQUIRED) Active certification through National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) or American Board of Surgical Assistants (ABSA) Active BLS through the American Heart Association Schedule Details 10-hour day shifts (6:30A – 5:00P) 1–2 nights of call per week Every 4th weekend on call