Travel First Assist Technician
Company: Integrated Healthcare Services
Location: Rochester
Posted on: February 9, 2026
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Job Description:
Job Description Integrated Healthcare Services is seeking a
travel First Assist Technician for a travel job in Rochester,
Minnesota. Job Description & Requirements - Specialty: First Assist
Technician - Discipline: Allied Health Professional - Duration: 13
weeks - 40 hours per week - Shift: 10 hours, days - Employment
Type: Travel Mon-Fri, 10 hour shifts, start times of 7 and 9 AM,
overtime is required as needed, no weekends, no call Position
Overview: (Major Functions and Non-Essential Functions): The
Surgical Assistant (SA) first assists the surgeon/physician in the
performance of surgical procedures. The SA has an understanding of
human surgical anatomy; has developed surgical skills such as
suturing, the proper use of surgical instrumentation, and proper
positioning of surgical patients. The SA possesses a working
knowledge of the principles of aseptic technique, and perioperative
policies and procedural guidelines. The SA must have knowledge of
surgical procedures and the ability to anticipate the needs of the
surgeon. The SA will work in a multi-specialty perioperative
setting that includes general surgery, orthopedic surgery,
neurological surgery, spinal surgery, ENT/radical neck surgery,
gynecological surgery, urology surgery, cardiovascular surgery,
thoracic surgery, vascular surgery, trauma surgery, plastic
surgery, colon-rectal surgery, and pediatric surgery. Additional
Experience and/or Qualifications: (Has Achieved Competency in the
Following Areas, Job Knowledge and Additional Considerations):
Certified as a Certified Surgical Assistant (CSA) through the
National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants
(NCCSA) or as a Certified Surgical First Assistant (CSFA) through
the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting
(NBSTSA), preferred. Adapts to unpredictable situations within the
perioperative setting. Proven ability to communicate with a variety
of people in a direct, empathetic, and articulate manner.
Demonstrates patient-centered and customer focused communication
skills. Ability to work independently and as a team member with
minimal supervision. Minimum Education and/or Experience Required:
(Education Requirements and Experience): Graduate of a Surgical
Assistant Program with relevant operating room experience within
the past 3 years Licensure/Certification Required: Maintains
current Basic Life Support (BLS) for Health Care Providers from one
of the following programs: American Heart Association or American
Red Cross. Required for travelers- BLS and CSA through NCCSA or
CSFA through NBSTSA QUALIFICATION/LICENSURE Work Authorization : US
Citizen Preferred years of experience : 2 years Travel required :
No travel required Shift timings : Days Integrated Healthcare
Services Job ID 36843394. Pay package is based on 10 hour shifts
and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free
stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: SURGICAL
ASSISTANT - Travel - MN/WI
Keywords: Integrated Healthcare Services, Saint Louis Park , Travel First Assist Technician, Healthcare , Rochester, Minnesota
