Surgical First Assistant (SFA)

Amergis

Portland, ORJob$2,743/wkPosted 5 days agoSeen in employer's feed 4 days ago

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At a glance

Compensation

$2,743/wk

Location

Portland, OR

Work Authorization

Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Current CPR

Job overview

The Surgical First Assistant works under the direct supervision of a surgeon in healthcare facilities, providing exposure, hemostasis and technical assistance throughout preoperative, intraoperative, and postoperative phases to ensure safe operations and optimal patient outcomes.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Patient CareSurgical Assistance

Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentGraduation From Accredited Surgical Assistant Program With Subsequent Current Certification/CredentialCurrent CPRTB Questionnaire, PPD or Chest X-RayCurrent Health CertificateMust Meet All Federal, State and Local RequirementsMust Be 18+

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Match

Full job description

Surgical First Assistant (SFA)

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Job Type: Travel

Pay: $2743 / Week

Hours: 40.00

Location: Portland, OR

Under the direct and immediate supervision of a surgeon, the Surgical First Assistant provides aid in exposure, hemostasis and other technical functions that will help the surgeon carry out a safe operation with optimal results for the patient. The surgical first assistant plays a vital role in patient care and assisting surgeons preoperatively, intraoperatively, and postoperatively.

Minimum Requirements:

High School Diploma or equivalent
Graduation from accredited surgical assistant program withsubsequent current certification/credential
Current CPR if applicable
TB questionnaire, PPD or chest x-ray if applicable
Current Health certificate (per contract or stateregulation)
Must meet all federal, state and local requirements
Must be at least 18 years of age

Benefits

At Amergis, we firmly believe that our employees are the heartbeat of our organization and we are happy to offer the following benefits:

Competitive pay & weekly paychecks
Health, dental, vision, and life insurance
401(k) savings plan
Awards and recognition programs

*Benefit eligibility is dependent on employment status.

About Amergis

Amergis, formerly known as Maxim Healthcare Staffing, has served our clients and communities by connecting people to the work that matters since 1988. We provide meaningful opportunities to our extensive network of healthcare and school-based professionals, ready to work in any hospital, government facility, or school. Through partnership and innovation, Amergis creates unmatched staffing experiences to deliver the best workforce solutions.

Amergis is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Job Category: Allied

Job Function: Allied | Surgical First Assist | Surgical First Assist

Job Type: Travel

Setting: Healthcare Facilities

Position Type: Healthcare

Office Number: 0295

Contract Duration: 13

Pay Rate: $2743 / Week

Date Posted: 2026-10-05