Travel Surgical First Assistant
Salt Lake City, UT
Slate Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
$1,859/weekOverview
- Start Date10/19/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Qualifications
- Resume
- Surgical First Assistant (2 years)
- At least 2 references
Description
As a First Assistant, you will play a crucial role in the surgical team, assisting surgeons during various procedures. Your responsibilities will include preparing the operating room, ensuring all necessary equipment is available, and supporting the surgical team throughout the process. Located in the picturesque Salt Lake City, this position offers a dynamic work environment with 3 twelve-hour shifts per week, allowing for a balanced lifestyle. Join our dedicated team and make a difference in patient care.
Highlights
- Located in scenic Salt Lake City
- 3x12 hour shifts allow for work-life balance
- Supportive and collaborative surgical team
- 2 years of First Assist experience
- CSFA certification
- Credentialing requirements: Required certifications and skills
Employer
Slate Healthcare
15 nurses recommend working with Slate Healthcare
Pros
I gave Akash a 5 star rating because he deserves it! He has been very helpful and supportive of me while I’m on my assignment. He has answered all of my questions and gave me information that was necessary for my assignment. I highly recommend him and Slate Healthcare.
Cons
None
Recommends working with Slate Healthcare
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Slate Healthcare is a premier travel healthcare staffing agency, connecting healthcare professionals with thousands of opportunities at top-tier hospitals and facilities across the country.
We’re committed to supporting nurses and allied health professionals in building stable, fulfilling careers—while embracing the freedom and excitement that comes with travel. Our goal is simple: to offer flexibility, competitive pay, and personalized placements that align with each clinician’s lifestyle and career goals.
At Slate, we empower our professionals to choose when and where they work, while ensuring they receive the highest compensation possible—because we believe that exceptional care starts with empowered caregivers.
About Salt Lake City, UT
As a Travel Surgical First Assistant in Salt Lake City, UT here's what you should know:- Salt Lake City's cost of living is slightly higher than the national average.
- Wages generally match up with the cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 90°F, and winter lows are around 22°F.
- Short-term rentals are available, and they can be relatively easy to find, especially in popular neighborhoods.
- Salt Lake City is car-friendly, but it also has a decent public transportation system, including buses and light rail.
- Salt Lake City is fairly diverse, with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and respiratory conditions due to air quality.
- There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
- Salt Lake City offers a variety of restaurants, including a vibrant food truck scene.
- It has a thriving arts and music community, and there are plenty of outdoor activities, including hiking, skiing, and water sports on the nearby Great Salt Lake.
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