Travel Contract

Surgical Technologist First Assist – Cardiovascular OR
Fort Smith, AR
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,844/week
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Overview

  • Start Date03/30/2026
  • Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks
  • Facility Information
    Short Term Acute Care385 beds
  • Setting
    Hospital

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,844/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,600/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,244/week

Benefits

  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits
  • Referral bonus
  • Continuing Education
  • Life insurance

Description

As a 336-bed acute care hospital in Fort Smith, AR, Mercy's Fort Smith hospital has more than a 100-year history of providing care to all who need it. Today, we’re focused on building a better health care experience for you and your family. We do it with a dedicated team of health care professionals, innovative technology and new services. Our tradition of compassionate care and exceptional service remains. If and when you need us, we pray you’ll find Mercy Hospital Fort Smith to be a place of health and healing.

Like all Mercy facilities, we care for our patients with expertise and unceasing compassion. It’s a difference you can feel. And it’s the reason Mercy Hospital Fort Smith is continually recognized for exceptional customer service. The facilities at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith include home care, hospice and palliative care services, a sleep disorder center as well as a wound care clinic with hyperbaric medicine, as well as several featured centers.

• Must Have Skills/Experience: MUST be able to proficiently assist cardiothoracic surgeon in vascular and open-heart procedures. As well as multiple years of experience in taking saphenous and radial veins endoscopically for bypass procedures. References will be required. Assisting in all Cardiothoracic and Vascular procedures as the first assist to the surgeon, working with CVOR team to properly care for patient while in the operating room setting. Performs the primary function of a CVOR First Assist in the Operating Room. Maintains accountability for the provision of surgical instruments to the surgical team. Coordinates the care of the surgical patient with other team members. Maintains patient rights and confidentiality. Performs duties and responsibilities in a manner consistent with our mission, values, and Mercy service standards. • Preferred Skillset/Experience: NBSTSA

Facility

Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

3.8rating(18 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with Mercy Hospital Fort Smith

5.0rating

Pros

Good collaboration between staff

Cons

Only issue was parking and that was because they were undergoing construction

Christopher M
Christopher M
PCU - Progressive Care Unit (RN)
May '23 - Aug '23
Review of Mercy Hospital Fort Smith on Nov 25, 2025
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Mercy Hospital Fort Smith
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 385 beds
ADDRESS7301 Rogers AvenueFort Smith, AR 72903
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Employer

HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA

3.1rating(183 reviews)

9 nurses recommend working with HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA

5.0rating

Pros

This is my second time working for healthtrust and both times I had a great experience. Yarlette was my recruiter both travel assignments. She is the best,very efficient in her job. She responds in a timely matter and reach out to me when im on assignment. Thanks so much for making it easy.

Cons

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Recommends working with HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA

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Med Surg (LPN / LVN)
Review of Yarlette Tavarez on Feb 17, 2026
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About
At HealthTrust Workforce Solutions, healthcare is not just about the four walls of a facility but about the people who provide and receive care. Our focus is on empowering healthcare professionals to deliver exceptional patient experiences by providing them with the necessary skills, tools, and support. We partner with healthcare facilities nationwide to ensure that the right professionals are in the right roles. We prioritize our clinicians by giving them a voice and access to opportunities to fulfill their mission of improving lives by providing quality patient care.
We are committed to our core values of Trust, Innovation, Adaptability, Courage, and Accountability. We are dedicated to positively impacting the healthcare industry by providing first-priority access to more than 200,000 jobs nationwide to our healthcare professionals. Join us and be part of the HealthTrust family, where you can make a difference every day.
We embrace our changing environment, and we maintain a culture that has a rich tradition of transforming itself to meet the challenges of the future.
MISSION STATEMENT
While putting great people in the right roles is essential, our mission is far greater. We want our clinicians to be part of the HealthTrust family, where healthcare professionals have a voice and are empowered with the right tools and opportunities to fulfill their personal mission of improving lives. Plus, as a preferred partner to thousands of top-performing hospitals, we provide our healthcare professionals with first-priority access to more than 200,000 jobs nationwide.
Response timewithin an hour
Travel jobs$720–4,600/week
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About Fort Smith, AR

As a Travel Surgical Technologist in Fort Smith, AR here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Fort Smith's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Average summer highs in Fort Smith are around 90°F, while winter lows can drop to around 30°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available in Fort Smith and can be found with relative ease.
Transportation
  • Fort Smith is car-friendly with easy access to major highways.
  • Public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • Fort Smith has a diverse population with a wide age range.
  • Common health issues may include allergies and respiratory conditions.
  • There is a growing population of travel nurses in the area.
Things to Do
  • Fort Smith offers a variety of restaurants, including local Southern cuisine.
  • The city has a vibrant arts scene, live music venues, and is home to several sports teams.
  • Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy hiking, biking, and water activities along the Arkansas River.
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