CVOR Surgical First Assistant
Atlanta, GA
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical First Assistant

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 15 weeks

Job Summary

• Position requires completion of a privileging process prior to start (approximately 3-4 months).
• Schedule: Day shifts.
• Call: One day per week and one weekend every ~4 weeks (subject to change).
• Floating within facility and to Main OR as needed.
• Minimum 2 years of experience required.
• First-time travelers accepted.
• Full compliance with all requirements is mandatory to start on time.
• No holiday return to office (RTO) accepted.
• Maximum return to office (RTO) is 7 days.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: Minimum 2 years in Surgical Services.
• Licensure: Must hold current and valid licensure as a Certified Surgical First Assistant in the state of Georgia.
• Certifications:

  • ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support)
  • BLS (Basic Life Support)
  • Other certifications may be required based on unit description and specialty.
• Background Checks: Must have a completed background check within 30 days of start.
• Education: Verification of related degree required; diplomas/transcripts may be requested.
• Health Requirements:

  • Physical exam within 12 months of start.
  • Negative TB test or chest x-ray within 12 months (two negative TB tests required for privileging specialties).
  • Required immunizations or proof of immunity including MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella), Varicella, Hepatitis B (titer or signed declination), and seasonal flu vaccination or declination.
  • Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.
  • Tdap vaccination highly recommended; declination form available if not vaccinated.
• Competency Exams: May include medication/pharmacology, color blind testing, dysrhythmia/EKG competency, and other specialty-specific exams.
• References: Two clinical references required.
• Skills Checklist: Must be updated within the last 12 months.
• Work History Verification: Verification of most recent employer required; can be pending at start with proof it is in process.

Additional Information

• Privileging specialties require additional compliance checklists and documentation.
• Candidates must review and sign facility-specific policies such as Code of Conduct and Dress/Professional Appearance.
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length.
• Locals are accepted at the same rate.
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine fit before final approval.

Important Notes

• Privileging process must be completed before start date; this process can take approximately 120 days.
• Candidates cannot start with pending background checks or drug screens.
• Full compliance with all documentation and credentialing is required to avoid delays.
• Prior travel experience is not required for this position.

This opportunity is ideal for Certified Surgical First Assistants with at least 2 years of experience seeking a travel contract position with a structured privileging process and clear compliance requirements.