Job Description
ProKatchers is seeking a travel Surgical First Assistant for a travel job in Middleburg Heights, Ohio.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: Surgical First Assistant
- Discipline: Allied Health Professional
- Start Date: 06/08/2026
- Duration: 12 weeks
- 40 hours per week
- Shift: 8 hours, days
- Employment Type: Travel
Monday-Friday 0645-1515 with call/lates and weekend requirements
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\nPosition Summary:
\nThe Surgeon's Assistant works under the direct supervision of the surgeon. The SAs must be knowledgeable in surgical anatomy and physiology, operative technique relative to surgical procedure and principals of asepsis and infection control. Maintains clinical competence in the pre-op assessment and intraoperative proficient as a First Assistant. He/She is responsible for patient prep and operation during the surgical procedure.
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\nRequired experience: ortho, neuro/ortho spine, general/robotics, urology/gyn, and vascular
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\nEducation: Graduate of an accredited program in PA/SA or International Medical Graduate.
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\nRequired length and type of experience: Three (3) years previous experience as a Surgical Assistant (SA).
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\nRequired licensure, certification or registry: CPR certification required.
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\nBelow are the duties and responsibilities for this position. \n
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- Appropriately and efficiently assists with all surgical specialties.
- Actively participates in room turnover. Demonstrates proper positioning, draping, and prepping procedures.
- Contributes to reducing surgical supply expense by reducing waste as measured by audits.
- Follows AORN Standards and Recommended Practices for Infection Prevention.
- Is actively focused and engaged in the \"Time Out\" on all surgical cases prior to incision utilizing the Universal Protocol
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\n \n\nRequired/Desired Skills\n\n\n\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tSkill\n\t\t\tRequired /Desired\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tDoes candidate have at least Three (3) years previous experience as a Surgical Assistant (SA).\n\t\t\tRequired\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tGraduate of an accredited program in PA/SA or International Medical Graduate\n\t\t\tRequired\n\t\t\t \n\t\t\t \n\t\t\n\t\t\n\t\t\tCPR certification required. (BLS AHA)\n\t\t\tRequired
ProKatchers Job ID #803366. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Surgical Assistant/First Assist
About ProKatchers
Founded in 2016, ProKatchers Inc. is a JCC-certified organization and a recognized leader in healthcare staffing. Named one of the Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms by Staffing Industry Analysts (SIA) for 2023–2024, we are proud to be among the top-rated companies in our industry.
At ProKatchers, we offer both short- and long-term contracts, as well as travel opportunities for licensed and experienced healthcare professionals across the United States. We are committed to providing industry-leading benefits and personalized career support.
We understand that finding the right fit is about more than just a job—it’s about aligning your career with your lifestyle. That’s why our dedicated team of career specialists takes the time to get to know you and match you with assignments that meet your goals and aspirations.
ProKatchers has also been recognized by SIA as one of the Best Staffing Firms to Work For—a testament to our employee-first approach. We specialize in placing clinical and allied health professionals in a wide range of healthcare settings, including acute care hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, long-term care centres, rehabilitation facilities, behavioural health canters, home and community health programs, urgent care clinics, and more.