Job description
Surgical First Assistant
Location: Salt Lake City, Utah
Start Date: 09-21-2026
Contract Type: Travel Contract
Shift Type: Monday-Friday, 6:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Hours per Week: 36
Candidate Pay Rate: $53 per hour
About United Health Care Staffing
At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Assist in cardiac surgeries, harvesting veins and supporting the surgical team
- Perform CABG, valve repair/replacement, TAVR, aorta repair, and thoracic procedures
- Maintain a sterile field and collaborate closely with OR staff
- Ensure smooth workflow during complex cardiac operations
Qualifications
- 2+ years independent endoscopic vein harvest experience
- 2+ years open heart first assist experience
- CSFA, CFA, or SA-C certification
- Strong teamwork and communication skills
- Ability to work flexible hours and on‑call duties
Knowledge & Skills
- Endoscopic Vein Harvest
- Open Heart First Assist
- CSFA
- CFA
- SA-C
- Cardiac First Assistant Tech
- Vein Harvester
- CABG
- Valve repair
- TAVR
- Aorta repair
- Thoracic procedures
Benefits
- Medical, Dental & Vision coverage
- 401K retirement savings plan
- Paid Time Off to recharge
- Travel reimbursement
- Licensure assistance & reimbursement
- Referral bonus program
Travel Perks: Explore Salt Lake City, Utah
Explore the Great Salt Lake, visit Temple Square, hike in the Wasatch Mountains, enjoy the Utah Museum of Fine Arts, relax at the Bonneville Salt Flats, and experience the vibrant downtown
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Surgical First Assistant? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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Why UHCS
Weekly or bi-weekly pay, medical/dental/vision, a SIMPLE IRA with employer contribution, tests paid on qualifying assignments with payroll deduction available, and one recruiter who stays with you for the whole assignment — reachable after hours. Every placement is credentialed to Joint Commission standards, so your packet is accepted the first time.