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Methodist Hospital

Surgical First Assist

Cibolo, TX · On-site

The Surgical First Assistant works as a member of the perioperative team under the direction of the surgeon. He/she performs responsibilities of both the Surgical Technologist and the Surgical First ...

Methodist Hospital

Surgical First Assist

Schertz, TX · On-site

The Surgical First Assistant works as a member of the perioperative team under the direction of the surgeon. He/she performs responsibilities of both the Surgical Technologist and the Surgical First ...

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Surgical First Assistant

Glendale, AZ · On-site

$2.1K/wk

Surgical First Assistant Location: Glendale, AZ Specialty: Surgical First Assistant Assignment Length: 13 weeks with possible extension Hours per Week: 36 Schedule: Days Shift Time: 7:00 AM - 7:30 PM ...

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How much do contract surgical first assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract surgical first assistant in the United States is $27.46, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $18.51 and $30.05 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Contract Surgical First Assistant vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectContract Surgical First AssistantSurgical Technologist
CredentialsCertified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), CPRCertified Surgical Technologist (CST), CPR
Work EnvironmentOperating rooms, hospitals, outpatient surgery centersOperating rooms, hospitals, outpatient surgery centers
Employer & Industry UsageHospitals, surgical clinics, staffing agenciesHospitals, surgical centers, clinics
Job RoleAssists surgeons during procedures, handles instruments, maintains sterile fieldPrepares operating rooms, sterilizes equipment, hands instruments to surgeons

Contract Surgical First Assistants and Surgical Technologists both work in surgical settings, but the First Assistant has more advanced responsibilities, including directly assisting during surgeries. They often hold specialized certifications and work closely with surgeons, whereas Surgical Technologists focus on preparing the operating room and supporting the surgical team.

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Infographic showing various Contract Surgical First Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 76% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 87% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 12% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,122 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Local Contract Surgical First Assistant

Trusted Resource Associates (TRA)

Commerce, MI • On-site

Contractor

Retirement

Posted 9 days ago

Job description

Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) is seeking a local contract Surgical First Assistant for a local contract job in Commerce Charter Twp, Michigan.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: Surgical First Assistant
  • Discipline: Allied Health Professional
  • Start Date: 08/31/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours, days
  • Employment Type: Local Contract

TRA First Assist Surgical Tech
TRA is Tenet's in-house nationwide contingent pool for Nursing and Allied travel and local contracts. Receive a greater level of Contract security compared to with an outside agency.
BENEFITS
- Guaranteed hours for Travel Contracts
- Preferred Booking Agreement for Local Contracts
- Weekly Pay
- Holiday Pay
- Contract Security compared to a contract with an outside agency
Minimum Experience
One year recent experience as a First Assist in a hospital setting
Required Certification/Licensure
- Certification as a Surgical Technologist
- BLS - American Heart Association
- Other credentialing requirements which will be detailed by your Recruiter
Preferred Certification
- Certification through the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
Our Hire Process
- We do qualify our clinicians to meet or exceed the minimum requirements of a travel or local assignment. If you are qualified, we may direct-hire you, reducing the time we can get you to work! When you reach out to a TRA Recruiter for more details, ensure your Vivian profile includes your most updated resume!
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Trusted Resource Associates (TRA) Job ID #86541.

Benefits
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Weekly pay
  • Holiday Pay
  • Referral bonus

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