Travel Surgical First Assistant (SFA) – $1,946 per week in Fort Walton Beach, FL

AlliedTravelCareers; Fort Walton Beach (FL); On-site; USD 79,000 - 98,000; Full time

Job summary

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to place a Surgical First Assistant in Fort Walton Beach, Florida. The role is a 13-week contract with 3 days of 12-hour shifts, delivering patient-focused cardiovascular surgical support.

The SFA will work in a Level 2 Trauma Center with 2 ORs, 12 beds, and a 1:1 patient ratio, performing CABG, valve and vascular procedures. Requires RN license, BLS, and at least 3 years CV experience; DaVinci/orthopedic-neuro skills are preferred.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years cardiovascular experience.
• BLS required.
• DaVinci robot experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide cardiovascular OR support in a 2-OR unit.
• Assist in CABG, valve replacement, and vascular procedures.
• Maintain patient safety and ensure 1:1 patient care in the OR.

Skills

CVOR experience

Orthopedic/Neuro

DaVinci robot

Education

RN License

Tools

MediTech

Job description

Job description

Salary: $1,946 per week

Job Type: Contract, Full-time

Surgical First Assistant

Location: Fort Walton Beach, FL

Agency: Cynet Health

Pay: $1,946 per week

Shift Information: Days – 3 days x 12 hours

Contract Duration: 13 Weeks

Start Date: 11/30/2026

About the Position

AlliedTravelCareers is working with Cynet Health to find a qualified SFA in Fort Walton Beach, Florida, 32547!

Job Title: Travel RN First Assist (CVOR) Profession: Registered Nurse Specialty: Cardiovascular Surgery Duration: 13 weeks Shift: 07:00 – 19:00 Hours per Shift: 12 Experience: Minimum of 3 years Cardiovascular experience License: Registered Nurse License Certifications: BLS Must-Have: – Experienced CVOR Nurses – Advanced skills in Orthopedic/Neuro and DaVinci robot experience preferred Description: The position involves working in a cardiovascular operating room. The unit includes 2 cardiovascular operating rooms with a total of 12 beds. It is a Level 2 Trauma Center with a patient ratio of 1:1. Staffing includes 4 RNs per operating room suite, which consists of 2 circulators, 1 scrub RN, and 1 RN First Assist. The facility uses OR equipment and follows MediTech as its documentation system. The operating rooms are staffed 24/7. There is a floating policy in place, but no floating is required. Patient experience is prioritized with hourly updates provided to family members. Procedures performed in the unit include CABG, valve replacement, minimally invasive valve replacement, dissections, thoracic procedures, and vascular procedures. The role emphasizes teamwork and excellence in patient care. The facility is known for its commitment to quality and exceptional care by skilled professionals. Additional advancements within the unit include new equipment and ongoing training for staff. Teamwork is highly promoted within the working environment.

Required for Onboarding

• BLS
• Pharmacology
• Skills Checklist
• Specialty Exam