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AMN Healthcare Nursing

Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist - OR - Travel - (SA-SFA - Ambulatory OR)

Pay: $28,638/yr

Posted: 4 weeks ago

Location: Salem, VA (Onsite)

Last Updated: 2 weeks ago

Hours: Full-Time

Expires: 9/14/2026

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What they do

A Surgical Assistant assists in operations, under the supervision of surgeons. May, in accordance with state laws, help surgeons to make incisions and close surgical sites, manipulate or remove tissues, implant surgical devices or drains, suction the surgical site, place catheters, clamp or cauterize vessels or tissue, and apply dressings to surgical site.

$76,978 / year median in Virginia

+13% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Description & Requirements Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist

OR•Travel•(SA-SFA•Ambulatory OR)

StartDate:

8/31/2026

Available Shifts:

D Pay Rate:

$2327.00

$2446.

00 500 bed Level 2 Trauma center and teaching facility. 11 suite OR sees Ortho, General, ENT, Spine, Urology, Vascular, Robotics and others. Salem is a city of 25k, the Roanoke County seat, and an integral part of Virginia's Blue Ridge region. The city features a charming downtown combining historical elements, a delicious food & drink scene, and rich arts & cultural amenities.

Required Qualifications Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assistant, OR SSN Required DOB Required Work History:

Should not be more than 90 days of gap in last 1 year Experience in a Level ll or higher trauma center. Proficient in Ortho trauma, Crani's, Burr holes, Robotic general (Appy, Lap Chloe) Cystos, ENT, Total Joints Preferred Qualifications Meditech Facility Location Nestled in the Blue Ridge Mountains, Salem is one of Virginia's most scenic cities. Boasting two zoos and a wealth of parks, Salem has a lot to offer in the way of outdoor recreation. Be sure to visit the Natural Bridge of Virginia (and its respective zoo) for spectacular sites. The Salem Science Museum and Planetarium offers education fun for the whole family. Fans of the performing arts will want to make sure to take in a show at Grandin Theater or make the trip to see the stellar Roanoke Symphony. With the Appalachian Trail and Salem Bike Routes nearby, outdoors types will never be without options for the Great Outdoors. Job Benefits At AMN Healthcare we take care of our travelers!

We offer:

Competitive pay rates Free, quality, private housing Medical, Dental, Vision 401(k) and Flex Spending Life Insurance Accident and Short-term Disability Coverage Free Continuing Education Refer a friend and earn extra cash! About the Company At AMN Healthcare, we strive to be recognized as the most trusted, innovative, and influential force in helping healthcare organizations provide quality patient care that continually evolves to make healthcare more human, more effective, and more achievable.