Travel Surgical First Assistant
Kalamazoo, MI
Care Career
4x10 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Core responsibilities:

• Assisting surgeons during operative procedures (scrub + first assist role)
• Handling tissue, suturing, clamping, and controlling bleeding
• Maintaining sterile field and aseptic technique
• Assisting in neuro, vascular, ortho, and general surgeries
• Operating and assisting with robotic surgery systems (Da Vinci Xi required)
• Supporting procedures such as:
  • Total joints (hip, knee, shoulder)
  • Spine surgeries (fusion, laminectomy)
  • Trauma cases (gunshot, stab wounds)
  • Laparoscopic and endoscopic procedures
• Applying surgical instruments (drills, retractors, cautery tools)
• Assisting with case setup and breakdown (case carts, instrument processing)
• Ensuring correct sponge/instrument counts with OR team
• Assisting with wound closure and dressing
• Supporting emergency intraoperative situations

Required Documents / Certifications

• Active CST / CSFA certification or equivalent surgical tech credential
• BLS (AHA required)
• Valid state license (or pending license accepted if active by start)