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

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