Certified First Assist

Location : Las Vegas, NV Employment Type : Full-Time, PermanentSchedules Available Days with rotating weekends (4x10s or 3x12s) Days, no weekends Compensation $44.43 - $66.61 / hour (based on experience) Sign-On Bonus : $20,000 Relocation Assistance : Available, case by case Shift Differentials : Evenings : $1.50 / hr Nights : $2.10 / hr Weekends : $1.50 / hr On-Call Pay : $6.00 / hr Call-Back Pay : 2 hours at 1.5x base rate 1 hour travel time Overview A high-volume cardiovascular operating room in Las Vegas is seeking an experienced Certified First Assist - CVOR . This role includes advanced surgical assistance, saphenous vein harvesting, and specialized support for open-heart procedures. With strong compensation, a $20K sign-on bonus, and relocation assistance, this is an excellent opportunity for a skilled First Assist seeking career advancement.Responsibilities Provide intraoperative assistance including exposure, hemostasis, and technical functions Assist with saphenous vein harvesting and cardiovascular surgical procedures Maintain sterile technique and ensure compliance with surgical protocols Collaborate closely with surgeons and OR staff to support safe, effective patient care Participate in on-call rotation (1 day per week and 1 weekend per month) Qualifications Required Current Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) certification Current Surgical First Assistant certification (nationally accredited) High school diploma or equivalent BLS certification Recent CVOR experience Experience with saphenous vein harvesting Open-heart surgical experience Preferred Acute clinical care background Cardiothoracic surgery experience Compensation & Benefits $44.43 - $66.61 / hour (experience-based) $20,000 sign-on bonus Relocation assistance based on individual circumstances Shift differentials and premium on-call / call-back pay Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage 401(k) with employer match Paid time off, family leave, and disability coverage Tuition reimbursement and professional growth opportunities Ideal Candidates Surgical First Assistants with proven CVOR and vein harvesting experience Professionals seeking strong pay incentives and relocation / sign-on support Technologists ready to join one of Nevada's most advanced cardiovascular surgical teams