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Contract Surgical First Assistant Jobs in Riverside, CA

Provides intra-operative retracting and surgical exposure. Utilizes instrumentation to perform appropriate functions. Qualifications RNFA Certificate indicating successful completion of an accredited ...

RN- First Assist Surgery

Riverside, CA · On-site

$72.39 - $83.11/hr

Provides intra-operative retracting and surgical exposure. Utilizes instrumentation to perform appropriate functions. RNFA Certificate indicating successful completion of an accredited RNFA course ...

Provides intra-operative retracting and surgical exposure. Utilizes instrumentation to perform appropriate functions. Qualifications RNFA Certificate indicating successful completion of an accredited ...

Sr. Physician Assistant, Spine Service

Orange, CA · On-site

$106K - $144K/yr

The Physician Assistant will have the opportunity to serve as first assistant in surgery under the supervision of the attending physician and will perform complex orthopaedic and other medical ...

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

As of Jun 22, 2026, the average hourly pay for contract surgical first assistant in Riverside, CA is $28.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $19.33 and $31.35 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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Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Surgery - Cardiovascular Physician Assistant

Solomon Page

San Bernardino, CA

Full-time

Posted 19 days ago


Job description

Experienced Locums Cardiac Surgery (NP/PA) needed in SoCal

Inland Empire San Bernardino, CA

A hospital and medical office in the Inland Empire (San Bernardino, CA) is seeking an experienced Advanced Practice Provider (APP) to support General Surgery coverage. This assignment is due to a recent provider departure, with a permanent replacement already in progress.

️ Schedule & Availability
  • Start: ASAP once credentialed
    • Credentialing may take up to 90 days
  • Duration: 6 months
  • Shift Times: 24 hour shifts (7:00 AM 7:00 AM)
  • Frequency: 4 shifts per month
Practice Setting
  • Facility Type: Hospital & Medical Office
  • EMR: Cerner
  • Patient Volume: 4 5 patients per day
  • Support Staff: 3 other APPs
Duties & Responsibilities
  • Surgical first assist
  • Hospital rounding (daily on assigned shift dates)
  • On call coverage (paged or called as needed)
  • ️ Rooming and charting
Required Experience & Procedures
  • Strong surgical experience REQUIRED
  • Required procedures include:
    • ️ CABG
    • Aortic Valve Replacements (AVR)
    • Lung procedures
  • Vein harvesting experience required

Deal Breaker: No surgical experience

Call & Coverage Details
  • Call Type: Beeper / call back
  • Rounding: Required daily during assigned shifts
  • Coverage Scope: General Surgery only
    • No pediatrics or burn coverage
If interested, please respond to Stacy Neifeld at /