Tech First Assist
Location: Chattanooga, TN
Profession: Tech
Posted: 7/22/2026
Salary: $1890.00/weekly
Weekly Hours: 36
Shift: Days
Job Details
Job Title
Travel - CST - First Assist (OR)
Location
Chattanooga, Tennessee
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | Travel | 13-Week Assignment | Full-Time | Onsite | Days | 7:00 AM – 3:00 PM | Projected Start: 08/03/2026
Key Responsibilities
- Perform first assist duties in the operating room under the direction of the surgical team
- Provide direct intraoperative support including tissue handling, hemostasis, and wound closure assistance
- Maintain sterile field and adhere to all surgical aseptic techniques throughout procedures
- Collaborate with surgeons, nurses, and OR staff to ensure safe and efficient surgical outcomes
- Follow facility protocols and standards for patient safety and surgical care
Required Qualifications
- Active NBSTSA certification as a Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) — First Assist credential required
- Minimum of 2 years of experience as a Surgical Technologist with First Assist responsibilities
- Current BLS certification
- Demonstrated competency in operating room scrub and first assist techniques
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Experience in a high-volume acute care or trauma hospital setting
- Familiarity with cardiovascular or intensive care surgical procedures
- Strong communication and teamwork skills in a fast-paced OR environment
Why Join Us
- Work at a well-recognized acute care facility known for its supportive management, strong team culture, and multiple quality accreditations
- Located in Chattanooga, Tennessee — a vibrant city offering a variety of cultural attractions, outdoor activities, and community events
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