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RPersaud |
Career Opportunities...Greetings Everyone, My name is Ravi Persaud. I reside in metro-atlanta(Covington,GA) and currently I am seeking a relevant position coinciding... |
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CardiacAssistant Updated 12 days ago |
Seeking CARDIOTHORACIC SURGICAL FIRST ASSISTANT Position. Anyone have anything? - 28 Replies[QUOTE who="dwayne dunlap in Houston, Texas"]I got a call last week from a start up company that is looking for CV/CT SA. I have sent him a text... |
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Andy Updated 13 days ago |
What are typical surgical assistant salaries? - 218 RepliesI would ask that anyone reading these forums looking at salaries consider pushing for legislation to regulate our career field. I am still doing... |
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ron Updated 14 days ago |
Surgical Assistant Salary in Virginia and Atlanta, GA area - 1 Reply[QUOTE who="Experienced Surgical Technologist in Blacksburg, Virginia"]Does anyone have information regarding the starting salary of Surgical... |
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cdneh1222 in Rochester, Minnesota Updated 1 month ago |
surgical first assistant inquiry - 3 RepliesHi..i wanted to know opinions on 1) which is a good Surgical assistant program? 2) how is the job market now for surgical assistants esp. in... |
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SA in Sugar Land, Texas |
Suturing seminarIf you're interested in SA program: http://keyaccessinstitute.org/ Key Access Institute is providing suturing seminar. An 8 hours of hands-on... |
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wilson tan in South Milwaukee, Wisconsin Updated 2 months ago |
Is it really hard to land a job as Surgical Assistant if you don't have a PA or RN degree? - 69 RepliesJob postings nowadays are looking for First Assists with either a PA or RN degree... What about the fate of those Certified Surgical First Assistants... |
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Mitch in Santa Clara, California Updated 2 months ago |
C-SA examination - 36 RepliesIs any one have some sample questions for C-SA examination? I went to NSAA website but only can find a study guide. I have no idea how to prepare the... |
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cjac in Greer, South Carolina Updated 5 months ago |
who took the ABSA exam in July or August ? - 4 RepliesI want to know more about exam |
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tx.firstassist in Fort Worth, Texas Updated 5 months ago |
Absa exam - 14 RepliesI'm taking the absa exam & it would be helpful if anyone has taken it to give me heads up on what to expect thanks |
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Porsha in Charleston, South Carolina |
CSA jobs in Northern Arizona, Prescott, etc.I am relocating from South Carolina to Arizona and looking for an SA position, even if part-time or call hours in Northern Arizona. So far, all I... |
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Geminirwf1964 Updated 6 months ago |
Surgical Assisting in San Diego, Ca - 55 RepliesI am a Certified Surgical Assistant in Colorado looking to relocate in California, does surgical assisting even exist in Calli? Who does that job... |
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JMV in Hialeah, Florida Updated 6 months ago |
Anyone know of any Surgical Assistant Jobs? - 155 RepliesI am looking for a Job as a surgical assistant outside of Virginia, anyone know of any? I am certified with 10 years of experience. I am open to... |
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gary in Gainesville, Florida Updated 6 months ago |
I really could use some answers/help to my questions about becoming a Surgical assistant.. Thanks - 56 RepliesOk... So first off i'd like to thank all and everyone who helps me figure out what I need to accomplish to become a surgical assistant. First off,... |
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imrs2011@gmail.com in Calumet City, Illinois Updated 7 months ago |
Starting a group vs. self billing - 4 RepliesI am thinking of starting a group of SA's locally, but was curious of how others think about working as a group vs. staying self billing. I know... |
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arlene santana in Corona, New York Updated 7 months ago |
Salaries as surgical assistants in new york - 4 RepliesI have a medical background, can I start studying as surgical assistant? how long does it take? what is the average salary annually? |
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cjac in Greer, South Carolina |
Prospects of getting a surgical assistant jobI am a foreign medical graduate from Germany (ECFMG licensed ) with OB/GYN postgraduate training.I have several years of OR experience and always... |
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wilson tan in Cudahy, Wisconsin Updated 8 months ago |
DOES ANYBODY KNOW IF LAS VEGAS HIRES SURGICAL ASSISTANTS? - 2 RepliesDOES ANYBODY KNOW IF LAS VEGAS HIRES SURGICAL ASSISTANTS? |
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Armkomedical in Katy, Texas Updated 8 months ago |
Looking for a Surgical Assistant Job in Texas - 4 RepliesLooking for a Surgical Assistant job in Texas. Certified Surgical Assistant with 7 1/2 years of medical experience in the Navy, Two plus years as a... |
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susan in Franklin, Ohio Updated 9 months ago |
Tips for surgical assistant interviews. - 2 RepliesDo you have any tips to help prepare for an upcoming surgical assistant interview? Are there common interview questions that come up again and again? |
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dekoven in Albuquerque, New Mexico |
find a preceptorI'm a CST, I've been traveling for the past 4 years. I'm interested in becoming a CST/CFA. I was wondering how I could obtain a preceptor in order... |
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JSPL in Las Vegas, Nevada Updated 12 months ago |
some questions about becoming a CSA - 7 RepliesI am a CST looking into training to become a CFA or CSA and had a few questions for those of you who already practicing as surgical assistants. I... |
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djhughes017 Updated 12 months ago |
Which states employ Surgical Assistants? - 50 RepliesI am getting ready to start an SA program in Virginia. I have heard that some states dont employs SA's and I was curious about which states did. |
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T in Chicago, Illinois Updated 13 months ago |
Finding a position in Chicago - 2 RepliesDo you have any suggestions for finding a position in the Chicago area? |
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CardiacAssistant in (Private) Updated 15 months ago |
Surgical Assistant Pay - 6 RepliesAnyone know what SA pay is in different parts of the country? I am trying to find out what the differnet pay is by state. I am involved with... |
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Brunetta B in Homewood, Illinois Updated 18 months ago |
salary - 1 Replyanybody knows the hourly rate of a CSA/RSA in Illinois? Full time, Registry, or Agency? thanks |
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H-T- in Miami, Florida Updated 18 months ago |
Need Advice on my Upcoming Road to Becoming a Surgical Assistant (Moved from "General" by me..sorry) - 2 RepliesFirst of all this isn't meant to be a double post..I accidently posted this exact same thread in the "General Forum", realizing that it was the wrong... |
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H-T- in Miami, Florida Updated 18 months ago |
ST certificate - 1 ReplyCan a ST certificate of one year allow you to get trained to be a CFA/CSA? or is it a must to get an associates? |
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Ari in Tucson, Arizona |
CSA in ArizonaAre CSA recognized in the state of Arizona? Thanks |
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Ari in Tucson, Arizona |
CST to CSA/CFA?Hello, I am wondering if there are any Surgical Technologists that have become CSAs/CFAs? If so, what was the route that you took? I am wanting to... |
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Benjamin in Glendale, Arizona |
What do you charge for non-reimbursable cases or after hour cases?I was told 150.00 is a good amount, any Assistants employed by a group or hospital out there that get a bonus for call or after hour cases? please... |
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BWAR in Commerce Township, Michigan Updated 22 months ago |
What are the best surgical assistant qualifications and training to get ahead? - 8 RepliesWhat is the best training for becoming a surgical assistant? What types of ongoing training or certifications are necessary to be an effective... |
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lobro in Tacoma, Washington |
SA starting pointShort and easy, I'm contemplating about becoming an SA; I just need clarifications. I live in WA state and the main tech school that sticks out is... |
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wilson tan in Oak Creek, Wisconsin Updated 23 months ago |
Which State employs non-PA and or non-RNFA Surgical Assistants? - 1 ReplyI just found out that other than the following States: Illinois, Texas, Florida, Colorado, Ohio, and Kentucky, the State of Arizona does not... |
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lguerra in Saint Petersburg, Florida |
Recertificationcurrently am looking for surgical conferences in the state of Florida to fullfill my requirements. Does anyone have any info or can tell me what is... |
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aucrazy in Middletown, Ohio Updated 27 months ago |
Looking for a preceptor to do a clinical rotation - 1 ReplyI am currently a second year student at Eastern Virginia Medical School. I am looking for a preceptor in either Richmond, VA and/or Phoenix, AZ... |
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ericgrif5 in Aurora, Colorado Updated 27 months ago |
Are surgical assistant job opportunities growing or declining? - 2 RepliesAre jobs in this industry on the rise? Are there any sub-sectors that are growing? Where are the jobs? Which places have the most surgical... |
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Tynetta in Elkhart, Indiana Updated 29 months ago |
Traveling Jobs? - 8 RepliesDoes anyone know if theres any traveling services for surgical assistants. |
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Tommy Littlefoot in Richmond, Virginia Updated 29 months ago |
I need Help I am looking for a surgical sponsor and hospital to do my Clinicals!!! - 2 RepliesI am currently working as a CST have been for 5 years I have a surgical sponsor at my hospital but the hospital is deniing all students!! I have... |
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Mia Talau in Atlanta, Georgia Updated 29 months ago |
surgical assistant - 2 RepliesLooking for a surgical assistant job in illinois. I am certified surgical assistant from ABSA |
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colby griffin in Rockwall, Texas Updated 29 months ago |
Looking for a job asfirst surgical assistant. - 29 RepliesI am a foreign medical graduate (MD) with 4 yrs of experience . currrently certified as first surgical assistant with current CPR. Looking for job.... |
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moki in Mansfield, Texas Updated 31 months ago |
Getting a surgical assistant job. - 28 RepliesHow did you get your start doing surgical assistant work, and what career moves did you make to get to your current position? Do you need a... |
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Shemuel-Benn Psalms in Tucson, Arizona Updated 31 months ago |
CME's? - 3 RepliesI'm wondering what assistants are using to fulfill their CME obligations? thanks, |
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davewalters Certified first asst in Springfield, Tennessee |
looking for surgical first asst job tn , ky or ohiolooking for a certified first assistant job in tn ky ohio |
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OR2dox in Scottsdale, Arizona Updated 32 months ago |
Future of profession - 1 ReplyHow does CSA compare to the NP/PA SA Is the CSA growing or shrinking in terms of responsibilty/power Are most CSA independent or work in a... |
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OR2dox in Scottsdale, Arizona Updated 32 months ago |
I think we should have one governing body for first assistants - 3 RepliesTo much confusion out there between CSA, CFA, SA-C etc.. employers are confused. They constently ask what the difference is. No doubt the NSAA has... |
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Hector Feliciano in Warminster, Pennsylvania Updated 33 months ago |
can hepatitis b positive to becasue sa? - 2 RepliesAnybody know can hepatitis b positive to becasue sa? |
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evmsgrad in Virginia Beach, Virginia |
Surgical Assistant PayAnyone know what SA pay is in different parts of the country? I am trying to find out what the differnet pay is by state. I am involved with... |
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evihawaii45 in Hawaii |
Private SA Group NationwideHey Guys... 1. Is any one know of any private SA group Nationwide that are interesting with adding to their staff an experienced SAs ??? or ... |
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evihawaii45 in Hawaii Updated 34 months ago |
What are you making a year? And where? (Wanna see where the good jobs are) - 7 RepliesI know this is kind of personal but we are pretty much all anonymous on here anyways, so I would like to know what people are making and where (city... |
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