Travel Senior - Surgical First Assistant

Company: Encode INC
Location: Barberton
Posted on: January 14, 2026

Job Description:

Job Description Encode INC is seeking a travel Surgical First Assistant Senior for a travel job in Barberton, Ohio. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: Surgical First Assistant - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Start Date: 01/26/2026 - Duration: 13 weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days, flexible - Employment Type: Travel Job Title: Certified surgical Tech First Assist (Surgical First Assistant) Location: Barberton Campus – OR-SB, Barberton, Ohio Assignment Duration: January 26, 2026 – April 25, 2026 Shift: Day Shift | 7:00 AM – 5:30 PM Job Type: Long-Term Assignment Open Positions: 1 Reason for Requisition: FMLA / LOA Coverage Job Summary We are seeking an experienced First Assist to support surgeons during operative procedures at Barberton Campus. The role involves direct intraoperative assistance, patient safety responsibilities, and close collaboration with the perioperative team under RN supervision. Key Responsibilities - Assist surgeons during procedures including exposure, hemostasis, suturing, tissue manipulation, wound closure, and dressing application - Maintain patient safety and care throughout surgical procedures - Facilitate communication between surgeons, perioperative staff, and hospital departments - Collaborate effectively with OR staff, physicians, and patient families - Maintain patient confidentiality and adhere to hospital policies Required Qualifications - Completion of an accredited First Assisting program - Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) required - Completion of required clinical experience during education - BLS (Basic Life Support) certification - Ability to work independently and as part of a surgical team Skills & Competencies - Strong manual dexterity and technical assisting skills - Ability to work irregular hours as needed - Effective communication and interpersonal skills - Ability to interact respectfully with diverse patient populations - Maintains current knowledge of perioperative nursing practices About Encode INC At Encode, we empower organizations and individuals through innovative, human-centric workforce and technology solutions. With decades of experience and a proven track record, we deliver more than just healthcare staffing, we provide integrated, strategic support across industries, with particular strength in federal and government contracts. Benefits - 401k retirement plan - Vision benefits - Dental benefits - Referral bonus - Life insurance - Medical benefits

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