Surgical First Assistant - $52K-78K per year

Medical Solutions Direct Hire is seeking a Surgical First Assistant for a job in Terre Haute, Indiana.Job Description & RequirementsSpecialty: Surgical First AssistantDiscipline: Allied Health ProfessionalDuration: Ongoing40 hours per weekShift: 8 hours, daysEmployment Type: StaffPay: $51,833.60 – $77,750.40 per yearSurgical First Assist (SFA) Opportunity – Terre Haute, IndianaDirect Hire | Full-Time | Day ShiftA well-established, community-focused hospital system in Terre Haute, Indiana is hiring a Surgical First Assist (SFA) for a permanent, full-time role in the Operating Room. This position offers a consistent weekday schedule, hands-on involvement in complex surgical procedures including cardiovascular and vascular cases, and long-term career growth within a collaborative surgical team.Position Overview· Permanent, full-time role· 40 hours per week· Day shift schedule· Hospital-based operating room environment· Team-based surgical care model· Exposure to cardiovascular, vascular, and general surgical proceduresShift Details· Standard shift: 7:00a – 3:30p· Rotating schedule structure· Weekend and evening call requiredCompensation & Incentives· Salary range: $51,833.60 – $77,750.40 annually (based on experience)· Comprehensive benefits package· Paid time off starting day one· Tuition reimbursement up to $5,250 annually· 403(b) retirement plan with employer match· Career advancement pathways and internal growth opportunities· Success sharing and additional employee incentivesKey Responsibilities· Collaborate with the RN and surgical team to plan and execute operative procedures· Assist surgeons intraoperatively, including open heart and vascular procedures· Prepare and manage surgical instruments and sterile field· Anticipate surgeon needs during procedures and ensure efficiency· Support patient safety, positioning, and intraoperative care· Maintain a strong understanding of surgical equipment and techniques· Communicate effectively with multidisciplinary teams throughout proceduresRequirements· Graduate of an accredited surgical technology program· Certification as an Operating Room Technician / First Assistant (Required)· CST certification (Preferred)· Active BLS certification (Required)· Minimum of 2 years of surgical experience preferred· Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a fast-paced OR environmentWhy This OpportunityThis role is ideal for a Surgical First Assist who wants to stay hands-on in the OR while gaining exposure to higher-acuity procedures like cardiovascular and vascular surgery. The team is collaborative, well-supported, and focused on quality patient outcomes—making it a strong long-term fit for someone looking to grow their surgical career without sacrificing stability.Why Terre Haute, Indiana· Affordable cost of living compared to major metro areas· Short commute times and easy day-to-day travel· Strong healthcare community with long-term stability· Access to Indianapolis and other regional hubs· Family-friendly environment with a growing local economyJob Type: Full-timeBenefits:· Health insurance· Dental insurance· Vision insurance· Paid time off· Retirement plan (403b with match)· Tuition reimbursement· Career advancement opportunitiesWork Location: In personFor any questions, please contact Leah Rietveld - Direct Hire Recruiter | Medical Solutionscalendly.com/leah-medsolAbout Medical Solutions Direct HireAt Medical Solutions, we're people who care, helping people who care. No matter how you look at it, there's a whole lot of care going on in our world and that's just the way we like it. What do we do? Medical Solutions is one of the nation's largest providers of total workforce solutions in the healthcare industry, connecting nurses and allied health clinicians with hospitals and healthcare systems across the country and around the corner. Through our family of brands, we also serve a segment of clients outside of the healthcare space. And we're the very best at what we do. You'll love our culture that's filled with heart and soul. As a company and employer, we're sincerely and unabashedly us. We lead as humans first and believe the unique qualities of each team member make us better together. We share a purpose for helping others and the drive to make a difference. And we offer endless opportunities for personal and professional growth, throughout your career. At Medical Solutions, you'll find a great place to work and a career home. We've received Best Places to Work awards, landed top industry awards, and received accolades for the impact we've made in business and within our community. But the only way to really get to know us, is to join us. We think you'll fit right in.