CVOR Surgical First Assistant
Atlanta, Georgia
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital

Job Opportunity: Certified Surgical First Assistant

Location: Atlanta, Georgia
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: Approximately 26 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 7 days allowed for return-to-office (RTO).

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of CVOR First Assist experience, including experience within the last year.
• Certification as a CSFA, NBSTSA, or NCCSA.
• Must hold a current Georgia state license as a Certified Surgical First Assistant.
• ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support) and BLS (Basic Life Support) certifications.
• Competency exams as required by specialty/unit, including medication/pharmacology competency, color blind testing, and dysrhythmia/EKG competency if applicable.

Compliance & Screening Requirements

• Background check completed within 30 days prior to start.
• Education verification required; diplomas/transcripts may be requested.
• Physical exam within 12 months of start.
• Negative 10-panel drug screen within 60 days of start.
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (two negative TB tests required for privileging specialties).
  • Tetanus/Diphtheria/Tdap (highly recommended; declination allowed).
  • Hepatitis B surface antibody titer or signed declination (additional compliance for privileging specialties).
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer.
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer.
  • Flu vaccine or declination required during flu season.
• Annual NURSYS verification (for applicable licenses).
• Candidate must review and sign code of conduct and dress/professional appearance policies prior to start.

Additional Notes

• Privileging specialties require additional compliance checklists and documentation.
• Orientation hours vary based on contract length.
• Clinical screening will be conducted to determine clinical fit.
• Locals are accepted at the same rate.
• Candidate must complete respirator fit test during on-site orientation.
• References: Two clinical references required.
• Skills checklist and work history verification required (can be pending at start with proof of processing).

Summary

This travel contract position for a Certified Surgical First Assistant requires a minimum of 2 years of surgical services experience, completion of a privileging process before starting, and full compliance with health, background, and competency requirements. The role involves day shifts with call responsibilities and floating within the facility. First-time travelers are welcome to apply.