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Surgical First Assist Nursing Travel Jobs Nationwide

More Details on Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist Jobs Nationwide

AMN Healthcare, a trusted leader in staffing solutions for over 40 years, is excited to offer exceptional travel opportunities for Surgical First Assist Nurses across the United States. With a commitment to supporting over 10,000 healthcare professionals annually, we understand the unique needs and preferences of nurses seeking flexible and rewarding travel assignments. Our dedicated team provides personalized guidance at every step of your career journey, ensuring that you find positions that align with your professional goals and lifestyle. Join our network of skilled nurses and experience the unmatched benefits of working with a staffing partner that prioritizes your success and satisfaction.

Top-Paying Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing Jobs Available Nationwide with AMN Healthcare

Explore Surgical First Assist Nursing job openings currently available in the United States:

AMN Healthcare currently has 22 travel Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available across the United States, with the highest number of openings can be found in key cities, including Milwaukee (3 jobs), Richmond (2 jobs), Atlanta (2 jobs), Salem (2 jobs), and Chattanooga (1 jobs). These Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available across the U.S. offer Nursing pay ranging from $1,672 to $3,217, with an average of $2,301 per week. Start dates are available for 09/14/26 (2 jobs), 09/21/26 (3 jobs), 09/26/26 (10 jobs), and 10/05/26 (2 jobs), allowing candidates to find assignments that align with their schedules.

Specialties such as Ambulatory OR Surgical First Assist, CVOR Surgical First Assist Nursing, and OR Surgical First Assist Nursing continue to be in high demand, providing excellent opportunities to expand your expertise. No matter where you are looking, AMN Healthcare provides the personalized support and a nationwide network to help you secure the ideal travel job. With over 40 years of staffing expertise and a commitment to guiding nursing professionals throughout their careers, AMN Healthcare is your trusted partner in finding top-paying, rewarding assignments.

Recently Placed Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist Positions Across the US

AMN Healthcare has recently placed 424 Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals in high-demand roles across the United States, reflecting the growing need for skilled Surgical First Assist Nursings. These positions, filled in cities such as Richmond, Salem, and Henrico, spanned various healthcare settings, including Short Term Acute Care Hospital.

With weekly pay ranging from $1,194 to $3,992 and an average of $2,215 these roles provided competitive compensation for nursing professionals specializing in Ambulatory OR Surgical First Assist, CVOR Surgical First Assist Nursing, and OR Surgical First Assist Nursing. AMN Healthcare, with over 40 years of staffing expertise, continues to connect Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals with top Travel opportunities nationwide. If you’re looking for your next assignment, our team is ready to help you secure a high-paying, rewarding position in a facility that aligns with your career goals.

Explore some of the most recent Surgical First Assist Nursing positions filled across the country, providing a glimpse into the competitive salaries and exciting career opportunities in the field.

  • OR Surgical First Assist Nurse making $2,367 per week filled on 9/11/26 in Milwaukee, WI
  • OR Surgical First Assist Nurse making $2,787 per week filled on 9/10/26 in Virginia Beach, VA
  • OR Surgical First Assist Nurse making $2,184 per week filled on 9/10/26 in Lake Havasu City, AZ

What Types of Healthcare Environments Across the US Offer Employment Opportunities for Surgical First Assist Nursing Professionals?

Which US Cities Offer Diverse Employment Opportunities for Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist Across a Variety of Care Settings?

Search Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing Jobs in Top Cities Across the US

AMN Healthcare currently has 22 Surgical First Assist Nursing jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Milwaukee, WI

AMN Healthcare currently has Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available in city.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 53215
  • 8 D,
  • October 19, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,249 to $2,364
Weekly Pay*
Travel Surg Assistant jobs in Milwaukee, WI let you work alongside surgeons in a facility known for its advanced surgical technology and collaborative operating room culture. The facility supports a wide range of surgical specialties and values teamwork and clinical excellence. You will assist surgeons before, during, and after procedures, maintain a sterile environment, anticipate surgical needs, and document care in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. To qualify, you need graduation from an accredited surgical assistant program, an active surgical assistant credential, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Recent experience in surgical assisting is required. Recommended skills include strong communication, adaptability, attention to detail, and proficiency with EMR systems. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds high ethical standards in business. Apply now to join this Travel Surg Assistant assignment in Milwaukee, WI.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 53215
  • 8 E,
  • October 5, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,249 to $2,364
Weekly Pay*
Travel Surg Assistant jobs in Milwaukee, WI let you work alongside surgeons in a facility known for its advanced surgical technology and collaborative operating room culture. The facility supports a wide range of surgical specialties and values teamwork and clinical excellence. You will assist surgeons before, during, and after procedures, maintain a sterile environment, anticipate surgical needs, and document care in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. To qualify, you need graduation from an accredited surgical assistant program, an active surgical assistant credential, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Recent experience in surgical assisting is required. Recommended skills include strong communication, adaptability, attention to detail, and proficiency with EMR systems. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds high ethical standards in business. Apply now to join this Travel Surg Assistant assignment in Milwaukee, WI.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin – 53215
  • 8 D,
  • October 12, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$1,950 to $2,050
Weekly Pay*
Travel Surg Assistant jobs in Milwaukee, WI let you work alongside surgeons in a facility known for its advanced surgical technology and collaborative operating room culture. The facility supports a wide range of surgical specialties and values teamwork and clinical excellence. You will assist surgeons before, during, and after procedures, maintain a sterile environment, anticipate surgical needs, and document care in electronic medical record (EMR) systems. To qualify, you need graduation from an accredited surgical assistant program, an active surgical assistant credential, and Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Recent experience in surgical assisting is required. Recommended skills include strong communication, adaptability, attention to detail, and proficiency with EMR systems. AMN Healthcare offers excellent compensation, discounts and perks, dedicated recruiters and clinical support, and the AMN Passport app for career management. As a publicly traded company, AMN Healthcare upholds high ethical standards in business. Apply now to join this Travel Surg Assistant assignment in Milwaukee, WI.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Atlanta, GA

AMN Healthcare currently has Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available in city.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – CVOR
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
  • 10 D,
  • October 19, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,058 to $3,215
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive Order. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1880, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is Atlanta’s longest-serving hospital. Today, the 410-bed, acute-care facility is recognized as one of the top specialty-referral hospitals in the Southeast. Emory Saint Joseph’s is a leader among all Georgia hospitals and is part of the Emory Healthcare system. Our Mission Furthering the healing ministry of the Sisters of Mercy, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital gives tangible expression to Christ’s merciful love by providing compassionate, clinically excellent health care in the spirit of loving service to those in need, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable. Reverence for every person Commitment to those in need Integrity Caring Excellence Our History Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is Atlanta’s longest-serving hospital, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1880. Four sisters, with just 50 cents between them, opened the Atlanta Hospital – the city’s first after the Civil War. What started in a small house on Baker Street is now a 32-acre campus in north Atlanta. It was renamed Saint Joseph’s Hospital in the 1970s. Our mission is the same today as it was over 130 years ago to provide compassionate care, especially to those in need.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – CVOR
  • Atlanta, Georgia – 30342
  • 10 D,
  • September 14, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$3,058 to $3,215
Weekly Pay*
Exclusive Order. Founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1880, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is Atlanta’s longest-serving hospital. Today, the 410-bed, acute-care facility is recognized as one of the top specialty-referral hospitals in the Southeast. Emory Saint Joseph’s is a leader among all Georgia hospitals and is part of the Emory Healthcare system. Our Mission Furthering the healing ministry of the Sisters of Mercy, Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital gives tangible expression to Christ’s merciful love by providing compassionate, clinically excellent health care in the spirit of loving service to those in need, with special attention to the poor and vulnerable. Reverence for every person Commitment to those in need Integrity Caring Excellence Our History Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital is Atlanta’s longest-serving hospital, founded by the Sisters of Mercy in 1880. Four sisters, with just 50 cents between them, opened the Atlanta Hospital – the city’s first after the Civil War. What started in a small house on Baker Street is now a 32-acre campus in north Atlanta. It was renamed Saint Joseph’s Hospital in the 1970s. Our mission is the same today as it was over 130 years ago to provide compassionate care, especially to those in need.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Richmond, VA

AMN Healthcare currently has Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available in city.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Richmond, Virginia – 23235
  • 10 D,
  • September 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$1,851 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
Operating Room (OR) assistance needed for 300 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Richmond. 16 suite units sees all service lines except transplants and cardiac We have Comprehensive Stroke Certification, and specialize in neurological care at our Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Richmond, Virginia – 23235
  • 12 D,
  • September 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$1,672 to $1,758
Weekly Pay*
Operating Room (OR) assistance needed for 300 bed Level 3 Trauma center located in Richmond. 16 suite units sees all service lines except transplants and cardiac We have Comprehensive Stroke Certification, and specialize in neurological care at our Neuroscience and Gamma Knife Center.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Salem, VA

AMN Healthcare currently has Surgical First Assist Nursing positions available in city.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
  • 10 D,
  • September 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$2,327 to $2,446
Weekly Pay*
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.
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Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist – OR
  • Salem, Virginia – 24153
  • 10 D,
  • September 26, 2026
  • 13 weeks
$1,851 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right First Assist Technologist to join their team. 500 bed teaching facility that serves as a regional referral center for comprehensive medical services.
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Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist Jobs in the United States

What is the average pay for a Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist job nationwide?

As of September 12, 2026, the average weekly pay for a Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist job nationwide is $2,229. This figure is based on 446 job placements, reflecting compensation trends for professionals in the field.

What is the highest weekly pay for a Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing job in US?

Based on 446 recent jobs as of September 12, 2026, the highest weekly pay for a Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing job in the US is $3,992, working as a CVOR Surgical First Assist Nurse.

What types of experience are most commonly required for a Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing job across the US?

Most commonly, travel Surgical First Assist Nursing positions require candidates to have substantial clinical experience in surgical settings, along with certification as a Surgical First Assistant. Additionally, familiarity with various surgical procedures and strong collaboration skills in multidisciplinary teams are often expected.

What types of job opportunities are typically available for Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist positions in the United States?

Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals in the United States can typically find a range of job opportunities, including Travel positions. Each option offers different levels of flexibility, stability, and work environments to fit various career goals and lifestyles.

What types of healthcare facilities typically offer OR, CVOR, and Ambulatory OR Travel positions for Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals across the US?

Healthcare facilities that typically offer OR and CVOR travel positions for Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals include hospitals with surgical units, especially those in urban areas, as well as specialty surgical centers that focus on cardiovascular procedures. These settings often seek experienced travel nurses to fill temporary roles due to fluctuating patient volumes and staffing needs.

What types of specialties are common for a Surgical First Assist Nursing professional working a Travel job in the US?

What are some main factors a Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing professional might consider when seeking a OR, CVOR, and Ambulatory OR job in a city in the United States?

Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing professionals might consider the demand for their skills, as well as the availability of positions in specialized areas like OR and CVOR in a given city. Additionally, factors such as cost of living, local healthcare facilities, and potential for professional growth play a significant role in their job search.

What are some popular cities in the United States where Travel Surgical Assistant/Surgical First Assist professionals would prefer to work and live?

Surgical First Assist Nurses often prefer to work and live in cities with robust healthcare systems, such as New York City, Los Angeles, and Chicago, known for their diverse opportunities in prestigious medical facilities. Additionally, cities like Austin and Seattle are attractive due to their thriving communities and quality of life. Factors such as job availability, competitive salaries, and lifestyle amenities significantly influence their choices.

What important factors should a Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing professional consider when evaluating a new position in OR, CVOR, and Ambulatory OR specialties in the United States?

Which US Cities Offer Travel Surgical First Assist Nursing Job Opportunities?

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