Travel Operating Room Technologist / First Surgical Assistant - $2,225 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel First Assist Technician Assistant for a travel job in Asheville, North Carolina.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: First Assist Technician
• Discipline: Allied Health Professional
• Start Date: 07/27/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 8 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
The position of Certified First Surgical Assistant (CFSA) is located in an operating room environment within a healthcare facility. This role involves assisting surgeons during a variety of procedures including orthopedic trauma, spine, neuro, gynecological, general, robotics, and vascular surgeries. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of assignment.

Job Details:

• Location: Asheville, North Carolina
• Schedule: Days, 8-hour shifts, minimum of 40 hours per week
• Required Qualifications: Certifications in Certified First Surgical Assistant (CFA), Certified Surgical Technologist (CST), First Assist (FA), Certified Operating Room Nurse (CNOR), or similar. Education requirements include relevant nursing or surgical assistant credentials. Candidates must possess the appropriate licensure and meet the specified certifications.
• Additional Information: Flexible scheduling with call responsibilities. Unit staffed with secretaries and technicians, equipped with standard operating room equipment, including 5 Davinci Robots, Mako, and Velys Robots. Knowledge of Cerner Electronic Medical Records (EMR) is preferred. Dress code requires scrubs, which will be provided.
• Responsibilities: Assist surgical teams during procedures across multiple specialties, ensure proper setup and sterilization of equipment, adhere to unit specific policies and guidelines, and provide high-quality patient care assistance.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1278154. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Operating Room Tech / Certified First Surgical Assistant

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus