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As of Aug 19, 2026, the average hourly pay for remote 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 Remote Surgical First Assistant vs Surgical Technologist?

AspectRemote Surgical First AssistantSurgical Technologist
CredentialsCertified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA), CPRCertified Surgical Technologist (CST), CPR
Work EnvironmentAssists surgeons remotely during surgeries, often via telehealthAssists in the operating room directly
Industry UsageHospitals, surgical centers, telehealth providersHospitals, outpatient surgical facilities

Remote Surgical First Assistants and Surgical Technologists both support surgical teams but differ mainly in work setting and responsibilities. Remote Surgical First Assistants provide assistance remotely, often via telehealth, requiring specific certifications and a focus on communication skills. Surgical Technologists work directly in the operating room, preparing instruments and assisting surgeons on-site. Understanding these differences helps job seekers find roles aligned with their skills and certifications.

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Infographic showing various Remote Surgical First Assistant job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 75% Full Time, 19% Part Time, and 5% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 14% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $57,122 per year, or $27.5 per hour.

Surgical Technologist First Assistant - Operating Room, Providence Hospital

USA Health

Mobile, AL • Remote

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Job description

Overview

USA Health is Transforming Medicine along the Gulf Coast to care for the unique needs of our community. USA Health is changing how medical care, education, and research impact the health of people who live in Mobile and the surrounding area. Our team of doctors, advanced care providers, nurses, therapists, and researchers provides the region's most advanced medicine at multiple facilities, campuses, clinics, and classrooms. We offer patients convenient access to innovative treatments and advancements that improve the health and overall well-being of our community.


Responsibilities
  • Surgical Technologist - First Assistants provide aid in exposure, hemostasis, closure, and other intraoperative technical functions that help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. In addition to intraoperative duties, the Surgical Technologist - First Assistant also performs preoperative and postoperative duties to better facilitate proper patient care. The Surgical Technologist - First Assistant performs these functions during the operation under the direction and supervision of the surgeon and in accordance with hospital policy and appropriate laws and regulations. The role of the Surgical Technologist - First Assistant includes Positioning the patient; Providing visualization of the operative site; Utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with hemostasis; Participating in volume replacement or autotransfusion techniques as appropriate; Utilizing appropriate techniques to assist with closure of body planes; Selecting and applying appropriate wound dressings; Providing assistance in securing drainage systems to tissue; Regular and prompt attendance; Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required; Related duties as required.
  • Completes all mandatory department, educational and hospital requirements
  • Adheres to current Infection Control and Safety Standards
  • Regular and prompt attendance
  • Ability to work schedule as defined and overtime as required
  • Related duties as assigned

Additional Information

Employees must be in a regular position, working 20 hours or more per week (.50 FTE or greater) to qualify for benefits.


Qualifications
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist Required
  • Completion of a Surgical Assisting program accredited through the Accreditaton Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) Required
  • Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Upon Hire Required
  • Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.

Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer

The University of South Alabama is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, genetic information, disability, protected veteran status or any other applicable legally protected basis. EO Employer – minorities/females/veterans/disabilities/sexual orientation/gender identity.

Qualifications:
  • High school diploma or equivalent and 3 years of experience as a Certified Surgical Technologist Required
  • Completion of a Surgical Assisting program accredited through the Accreditaton Review Committee on Education in Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (ARC/STSA) Required
  • Certification by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting (NBSTSA) as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) Upon Hire Required
  • Comparable combination of education and experience may substitute for the above requirements.
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