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Certified Surgical Assistant

Corewell Health logoCorewell HealthTrenton, MIFull timePosted 1d agoStill open, checked every night

How this pay compares

This posting does not state an hourly rate. Surgical first assistants employed in Michigan earn a median of $27.13 an hour (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics), according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (May 2025) (source: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics).

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Union record

By the bargaining notices filed with the Federal Mediation and Conciliation Service, a union bargains for workers at Corewell Health here: Service Employees International Union Healthcare at Trenton, MI (200 workers, contract to 23 Feb 2027). The union represents its own unit: ask the recruiter whether this position is in it. Healthcare union contracts.

Medicare rating of Corewell Health Trenton Hospital

Medicare gives Corewell Health Trenton Hospital 3 of 5 stars (Jul 2026; Michigan's hospitals average 3.0). 80% of its patients said their nurses always communicated well (the middle US hospital: 79%). Medicare did not cut its pay for patient harm in fiscal 2026. Its central line bloodstream infections ran 62% below predicted by Medicare's measure. Patients' ratings of their care, not employees' of the job. Its other hospitals · Michigan hospitals by rating.

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About the job

Corewell Health is offering up to $10,000 as a sign on bonus for this opportunity!

About Trenton Hospital

This Magnet®-designated facility provides comprehensive medical and surgical care for its patients and is one of four recipients of the Truven Health Advantage Award in the category of Health and Clinical Outcomes. It is home to nine university affiliated residency programs. Here, you will find a Level II trauma center that is a nationally recognized heart, vascular and pulmonary specialties along with other specialties like orthopedics, neurosurgery, and women’s health.

Scope of work

The Certified Surgical Assistant assists the surgeon in the performance of approved surgical procedures, and who works under the direct supervision of and by the request of the operating surgeon.

Qualifications

  • High school diploma Required
  • Associate’s Degree or equivalent Preferred. Required years of relevant experience in lieu of associate’s degree may be considered
  • Completion of a Surgical Tech First Assistant or Certified Surgical Assistant Program Required
  • Must receive certification as a Certified Surgical Assistant Certification (CSA) through the NCCSA, or Certified Surgical First Assistant Certification (CSFA) through the NBSTSA Upon Hire Required
  • 2 years of relevant experience; Surgical assisting experience Preferred
  • Certified (CST) – AST Association of Surgical Technologist Preferred
  • Certified (CST) – NBSTSA National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Preferred
  • Certified (CSFA) – NBSTSA National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting Upon Hire Required Or
  • At least one Certification from preferred list:

o Certified (CSA) – NCCSA National Commission for the Certification of Surgical Assistants Upon Hire Required

o Certified (SA-C) – ABSA America Board Surgical Assistant Upon Hire Required

  • AHA or ARC Basic Life Support (BLS) Upon Hire Required
  • AHA ACLS Adv Cardiovascular Life Support Upon Hire Preferred

How Corewell Health cares for you

  • Comprehensive benefits package to meet your financial, health, and work/life balance goals. Learn more here .
  • On-demand pay program powered by Payactiv
  • Discounts directory with deals on the things that matter to you, like restaurants, phone plans, spas, and more!
  • Optional identity theft protection, home and auto insurance
  • Traditional and Roth retirement options with service contribution and match savings
  • Eligibility for benefits is determined by employment type and status

Primary Location

SITE - Trenton Hospital - 5450 Fort St - Trenton

Department Name

Operating Room - Trenton Hosp

Employment Type

Full time

Shift

Rotating (United States of America)

Weekly Scheduled Hours

40

Hours of Work

Variable (12 hours)

Days Worked

Variable

Weekend Frequency

Variable weekends

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Corewell Health is committed to providing a safe environment for our team members, patients, visitors, and community. We require a drug-free workplace and require team members to comply with the MMR, Varicella, Tdap, and Influenza vaccine requirement if in an on-site or hybrid workplace category. We are committed to supporting prospective team members who require reasonable accommodations to participate in the job application process, to perform the essential functions of a job, or to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment due to a disability, pregnancy, or sincerely held religious belief.

Corewell Health grants equal employment opportunity to all qualified persons without regard to race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, genetic information, marital status, height, weight, gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran status, or any other legally protected category.

An interconnected, collaborative culture where all are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work, is vital to the health of our organization. As a health system, we advocate for equity as we care for our patients, our communities, and each other. From workshops that develop cultural intelligence, to our inclusion resource groups for people to find community and empowerment at work, we are dedicated to ongoing resources that advance our values of diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. We invite those that share in our commitment to join our team.

You may request assistance in completing the application process by calling 616.486.7447.

From Corewell Health's job posting, checked 12 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.

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About Corewell Health

Corewell Health is a not-for-profit health system in Michigan with 21 (source: Corewell Health, About Us) hospitals, 300+ (source: Corewell Health, About Us) outpatient locations and 60,000+ (source: Corewell Health, About Us) team members, with headquarters in Grand Rapids and Southfield. Source: Corewell Health, About Us

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