Travel Surgical Assistant
Rochester, MN
PRIDE Health
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,306/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Weekly pay
- Holiday Pay
- Guaranteed Hours
- 401k retirement plan
- Cancelation protection
- Referral bonus
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
Description
Job Opportunity: Surgical Assistant (Travel)
Location: Rochester, Minnesota
Employment Type: Clinical Allied Travel
Position Overview
The Surgical Assistant (SA) supports the surgeon during surgical procedures by assisting with suturing, surgical instruments, and patient positioning. The SA must have a strong understanding of human surgical anatomy, aseptic techniques, and perioperative policies. This role involves working in a multi-specialty perioperative environment including general, orthopedic, neurological, spinal, ENT, gynecological, urology, cardiovascular, thoracic, vascular, trauma, plastic, colon-rectal, and pediatric surgeries.
Contract Length
- 13 weeks
Required Qualifications
- Graduate of a Surgical Assistant Program
- Relevant operating room experience within the past 3 years
- Certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through NCCSA or Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) through NBSTSA (preferred)
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification for Health Care Providers (American Heart Association or American Red Cross)
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team with minimal supervision
- Strong communication skills with patients and healthcare team
- Adaptability to unpredictable perioperative situations
Specialty Experience
- Minimum 3 years relevant operating room experience
Prior Travel Experience
- Not explicitly required
Summary
This travel Surgical Assistant role requires a certified professional with recent OR experience and strong perioperative skills, able to assist across a wide range of surgical specialties in a fast-paced environment.
Employer
PRIDE Health
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Recommends working with PRIDE Health
Pride Global offers eligible employee’s comprehensive healthcare coverage (medical, dental, and vision plans), supplemental coverage (accident insurance, critical illness insurance and hospital indemnity), 401(k)-retirement savings, life & disability insurance, an employee assistance program, legal support, auto, home insurance, pet insurance, and employee discounts with preferred vendors.
About Rochester, MN
As a Travel Surgical First Assistant in Rochester, MN here's what you should know:- Rochester's cost of living is slightly lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living, providing a good balance for residents.
- In summer, average highs are around 80°F, and average lows are around 60°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 25°F, and average lows are around 5°F.
- Short term rentals are readily available in Rochester, making it easy for travel nurses to find furnished housing options.
- Rochester is car-friendly, with well-maintained roads and ample parking.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited compared to larger cities.
- Rochester has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues in the area include allergies, asthma, and seasonal flu.
- There is a large population of healthcare professionals, including travel nurses, due to the presence of the renowned Mayo Clinic.
- Rochester offers a variety of restaurants, including diverse international cuisines.
- The city has a thriving arts and music scene, with numerous galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy various recreational activities, and outdoor enthusiasts can explore the nearby parks, trails, and lakes.
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